

Crazy Love Podcast
Crazy Love Ministries
Podcast with Francis Chan, best-selling author of Crazy Love, Forgotten God, Erasing Hell, Multiply, You and Me Forever and Letters to the Church, and most recently Until Unity. For more resources from Crazy Love Ministries or to support the work of Crazy Love please visit our website at crazylove.org
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Sep 22, 2025 • 37min
Break My Heart for What Breaks Yours | Francis Chan
Do you care too much about your career, your house, or even your favorite sports team, and too little about what God cares about?
In this challenging message, Francis admits his own struggle with this question. He explains that we often fail to weep over sin because we love to talk about God’s blessings and promises but shy away from His warnings of judgment. This message will force you to look at your own life and ask if your heart is truly aligned with God's. What breaks your heart? And is it what breaks God’s?

Sep 15, 2025 • 54min
Jumping in the Deep End | Francis Chan
What would it look like if the Church truly lived out the radical faith found in the Book of Acts? In this compelling message, Francis Chan urges believers to go beyond passively hearing God’s word and begin living lives marked by deep repentance, bold obedience, and authentic transformation. He challenges the Church to break free from spiritual complacency and embrace a lifestyle that reflects the sacrificial, Spirit-empowered way of the early Christians.
Chan paints a vision of a community where older generations uplift the young, resources are freely surrendered for Kingdom work, and God’s supernatural provision follows fearless steps of faith. This is a passionate plea for revival rooted in humility, surrender, and a willingness to give up comfort and control. The result? A Church that is fully alive, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and unafraid to dive headfirst into the unknown for the sake of the Gospel.

Sep 8, 2025 • 29min
Returning to Reverence | Francis Chan
Discover the challenge to rethink worship and prayer through a fresh lens. The discussion emphasizes approaching God with humility and reverence, as highlighted in Hebrews 12. Experience the awe-inspiring duality of God: both approachable yet majestic. Explore how genuine reverence enhances prayer's impact, illustrating Jesus’ respect for the Father. This conversation is a thought-provoking journey toward reshaping your relationship with the living God.

Sep 1, 2025 • 59min
Don’t Settle for the Status Quo | Francis Chan
Francis Chan passionately discusses the urgent need for spiritual revival, urging listeners to move beyond superficial church practices. He envisions vibrant communities that reflect familial love and sacrificial unity, challenging the modern notion of discipleship. With inspiring personal stories, he emphasizes bold faith, genuine transformation, and reliance on the Holy Spirit. This message is a powerful call to authentic living, encouraging believers to embrace radical change and pursue a faith that profoundly impacts their communities.

Aug 25, 2025 • 36min
Killing the “Moses Mentality” | Francis Chan
In a compelling discussion, listeners are urged to break free from dependence on celebrity pastors and embrace direct, personal access to God. Francis Chan emphasizes the importance of unity and communal spirituality, empowering individuals to take responsibility for their own faith. The conversation encourages active participation in cultivating virtues and calls for courageous engagement in sharing the gospel. It envisions a vibrant church community brimming with believers who confidently step into their divine nature.

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Aug 18, 2025 • 43min
The Key to True Transformation | Francis Chan
Explore why true inner transformation is essential, as demonstrated through poignant animal analogies. Hear about a life-changing journey in Uganda that fosters a shift from selfishness to generosity. Discover the vital role of the Holy Spirit in creating authentic heart change, beyond mere external appearances. The need for deeper reverence for God is emphasized, alongside personal anecdotes that inspire a quest for true transformation and impactful loving actions.

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Aug 13, 2025 • 36min
You’re Not an Accident | Francis Chan
Explore the profound idea that each person's existence is intentional and purposeful. The speaker reflects on overcoming self-doubt and embracing a unique calling from God. Personal stories highlight the importance of solitude for spiritual growth and connection. Drawing on the life of Jeremiah, the conversation emphasizes the courage needed to stand firm against opposition while staying true to one’s divine purpose. It's a motivational journey reminding listeners that they are meant for something significant.

Aug 4, 2025 • 52min
I Will Fear No Evil (Part 2) | Francis Chan
Explore the powerful idea of living fearlessly, even in the face of death and suffering. Discover how Psalm 23 reveals God as a comforting shepherd, inspiring trust and courage. Hear heartwarming stories of adoption and the transformative power of faith. Embrace humility and compassion while confronting emotional challenges in life. The profound love found in end-of-life support underscores the importance of God's presence. Conclude with a heartfelt call to connect with faith and courage, finding peace in divine assurance.

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Jul 29, 2025 • 37min
The Cost of Following Christ | Francis Chan
Explore the painful yet transformative nature of faith as trials are revealed as expected stepping stones in the Christian journey. Discover how suffering can deepen your relationship with Jesus, emphasizing that true strength often arises in adversity. Delve into the challenges of discipleship and the reality of spiritual warfare, reminding listeners to embrace hardships as opportunities for growth and connection with God. This discussion invites reflection on finding intimacy with Christ through life's difficulties.

Jul 21, 2025 • 38min
What Are You Hiding? | Francis Chan
In this deeply honest and raw message, Francis Chan shares from a place of personal repentance. Recently stepping away from his long-term role in ministry, he reflects on a season of distraction and spiritual dullness, confessing that he had started loving other things more than Christ—not sinful things, but lesser things that still pulled his heart away from Jesus.
Grounding his reflections in Philippians 3, he emphasizes Paul's radical passion for Christ—counting everything else as loss compared to knowing Him. Francis challenges the church to examine their own hearts: Do we love Jesus or just the things He gives?