

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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Dec 14, 2023 • 34min
Ridiculous Answers to Prayer (Part 2) | Francis Chan
Francis Chan, a believer in a life of faith and abiding in God, discusses the importance of having confidence in prayer, caring for the poor, fearlessness, trust in God's sovereignty, intimacy with God, and awe and adoration for God's attributes.

Dec 7, 2023 • 28min
Ridiculous Answers to Prayer (Part 1) | Francis Chan
Francis Chan, a preacher, shares personal anecdotes about God's unexpected and seemingly trivial answers to prayers, highlighting the chaos and meaningfulness they bring. He explores the power of prayer, using the story of Elijah as an example. Chan also emphasizes the importance of divine encounters and rediscovering awe and wonder through stories like David and Goliath and Jonah.

Nov 30, 2023 • 41min
Rejoice Again | Francis Chan
Francis Chan, a speaker and author, explores the command to rejoice in the Lord always and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. He discusses creating a quiet space for prayer and prioritizing time with God, using the story of Mary and Martha. They also emphasize the importance of living with rejoicing and gratitude, not being anxious, and recognizing what is truly important amidst the distractions of life.

Nov 23, 2023 • 40min
Examples and Excuses | Francis Chan
Francis Chan, a faith-based motivational speaker, challenges our excuses and encourages us to fix our eyes on Jesus as the ultimate example. They discuss the importance of dwelling on truth, believing in God's presence, and running the race of life with endurance. They emphasize Jesus' enduring love, his humanity, and sacrifice on the cross.

Nov 17, 2023 • 42min
When We Stand Before God | Francis Chan
In a time when so many prominent Christian leaders have fallen into sin, it’s crucial that our faith not rest on a human leader, but in knowing God for ourselves. In today's episode, Francis Chan guides us through how to respond when we hear about moral failure in the church and how to prepare ourselves for the day when we will stand alone before God.

Nov 9, 2023 • 44min
Put Childish Things Away | Francis Chan
In a world filled with chaos, the discussion emphasizes the need for spiritual maturity and self-discipline. Listeners are reminded to manage distractions, even sharing a humorous story about a politician and mobile gaming. The importance of recognizing God's holiness and mercy is highlighted, guiding people toward more sincere prayer. Finally, there's a focus on controlling thoughts through biblical principles and the power of communion, encouraging deeper connections with God and community.

Oct 25, 2023 • 52min
Staying Alert in a Spiritual War | Francis Chan
When the chaos of the world begins to feel overwhelming, it's easy to get distracted by the drama of it all. We can get so caught up in the physical realm that we forget that our battle is not with flesh and blood. In today’s episode, Francis Chan reminds us of the reality of this spiritual warfare and encourages the Church to remain in unity in light of the Gospel.

Oct 18, 2023 • 29min
Understanding God’s Story: A Conversation with Francis Chan About “The Israel Project”
In todays episode Francis Chan talks about the newest video release from Crazy Love called “The Israel Project.” He's joined by Rob Zabala and Sean Brakey to discuss the heart behind the film and his hope that the church understands the wider narrative that God has been writing throughout history.
Watch “The Israel Project” at crazylove.org/israelproject.

Oct 11, 2023 • 32min
No Longer Enemies | Francis Chan
Francis Chan, Unpacks the riches of our reconciliation and hope in Christ. Topics include deep love for studying Romans, recognizing God's presence and pleasing Him above all, the gospel and the wrath of God, the concept of God's judgment and the role of faith, and rejoicing in reconciliation and exalting Jesus.

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Oct 4, 2023 • 45min
I Need You | Francis Chan
Christian author and speaker Francis Chan discusses the importance of relying on God and the value of community. Topics include abiding in God for meaningful change, obeying God's commands, the humbling reality of not being in control, finding fulfillment in God, and staying connected with Him through prayer.