Crazy Love

Not every distraction from Jesus looks like a bad thing. Sometimes, it’s the very things we’re doing in His name. In this Staff Talk, Francis asks us to consider how easily we can become consumed with ministry, theology, church practices, and even the pursuit of unity while losing sight of Christ Himself. He wrestles with...

There’s a difference between knowing things about Jesus and truly seeing Him for who He is. In this message, Francis reflects on the beauty and supremacy of Christ described in Colossians 1 – the One who created all things, holds all things together, and gave His life to reconcile us to God. He reminds us...

It’s easy to begin the Christian life by faith and then slowly start relying on our own effort. In this classic message, Francis Chan looks at Paul’s warning to believers who had experienced the Spirit of God but were turning back to a system of works. What God had freely given them through faith, they...

The Bible is filled with ordinary people who lived with extraordinary courage because they believed in the power of their God. But somewhere along the way, many of us have learned to play it safe. In this message, Francis Chan looks at the story of Joshua and Caleb and the difference between a life shaped...

What would happen to your faith if you could no longer depend on a pastor, teacher, or podcast to tell you what God says? One of the most important things we can learn as followers of Jesus is how to meet with God in His Word for ourselves. In 2 Peter 1, Peter knows his...

What does it actually look like to be filled with the Holy Spirit? In this classic teaching, Francis explores the unmistakable marks of a Spirit-filled life. Scripture describes a people whose hearts are filled with worship, whose words encourage one another, whose relationships are marked by love and humility, and who continually give thanks to...

It’s easy to let the newest thing become the biggest thing. A fresh argument, a new controversy, a detail we feel certain about – these tend to take up the most room in our minds, while the things that matter most quietly move to the background. In this Staff Talk, Rob Zabala shares about a...

Following Jesus has never been about doing whatever feels right. Today, Francis looks at the striking difference between Joshua and Judges. One shows a people moving together in faith. The other shows what happens when everyone does what is right in their own eyes. In a culture that celebrates independence and speaking your mind, it...

It’s never been easier to do ministry alone. With AI, social media, and endless platforms, we can build an audience without ever building the Body. But that’s not the vision we find in Scripture. In this Staff Talk, Francis reflects on the growing pull toward independence and why followers of Jesus are called to something...

Jesus never invited people to become more religious. He invited them to be born again. In this message from THE SEND Philippines, Francis Chan teaches from Ephesians 2 and shows that the heart of the gospel isn’t self-improvement, it’s new life. Because God is rich in mercy, He doesn’t simply forgive our sin. He makes...

Many of us spend our lives asking God to bless what we’re doing, when the greater invitation is to discover what He’s already doing and join Him there. In this Staff Talk, Francis shares why following Jesus is about more than serving faithfully. It’s about learning to recognize when His Spirit is leading the way....

In a culture that constantly demands something bigger, louder, and more entertaining, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly transforms us. In this message, Francis Chan challenges the modern Church to examine what has captured our attention and affection. He reminds us that God’s Word was never meant to compete with personalities, production, or...

Many of us know what it’s like to feel deeply convicted by God’s Word, only to find that conviction fading as life moves on. Instead of responding with obedience, we can become stuck in a cycle of overthinking, waiting for perfect clarity, or convincing ourselves that another day will be a better time to act....

God desires to hear our prayers, but Scripture also warns that there are things that can stand in the way. In this message, Francis challenges us to examine our view of God’s holiness and the condition of our own hearts. As he walks through Scripture, we’re reminded that prayer isn’t just about asking God for...

Do you truly believe that Jesus is with you? In this message, Francis Chan challenges us to examine whether we’re living from the reality of Christ’s presence or relying on our own strength. As he reflects on Jesus’ promise to always be with us, Francis reminds us that our ministry to others was never meant...

Life has a way of pulling our attention in a thousand different directions. Personal struggles, cultural tensions, financial pressures, and uncertainty about the future can leave us feeling anxious and overwhelmed. In this message, Francis Chan encourages us to step back and remember the bigger story. Walking through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, he highlights...

Have you ever been so satisfied in God’s presence that everything else – every worry, distraction, and challenge – begins to lose its grip? Whatever is weighing on you today, there is an invitation to come and be with Him. In His presence, we find the peace, joy, and strength we’ve been searching for all...

It’s easy to believe that peace is waiting on the other side of better circumstances. A breakthrough. A solution. A different season. But the deepest peace comes from something else entirely. In this Staff Talk, Francis shares what God has been reminding him about contentment, suffering, mission, and the presence of God. He explores what...

As information becomes more accessible than ever, many of us feel the pressure to have answers for everything. But what happens when the constant stream of opinions, arguments, and competing voices leaves us feeling more overwhelmed than confident? In this Staff Talk, Francis reflects on the challenge of pursuing truth in a noisy world and...

Where do you find the right people to walk with through different seasons of life and ministry? How do you stay grounded in what matters when technology keeps changing the way we relate to each other? And what does faithfulness actually look like over the long haul? In this Staff Talk, Francis reflects on the...

Has the church lost the fear of God? In this episode of Staff Talks, Francis reflects on a growing burden he feels for the modern church – a drift away from honor, biblical conviction, and the simple authority of Scripture. From teaching in prison to worshiping openly on Stanford’s campus, Francis contrasts the fear of...

Obedience can feel complicated, but Jesus made it simple. In this episode, Francis Chan unpacks John 15 and shows how obedience and love are inseparable. When Jesus calls us to keep His commands, He ultimately points us to one: love one another as I have loved you. This kind of love goes far beyond words or weekly gatherings....

Ever found yourself starting to pray “smaller” prayers? Maybe you’ve walked through disappointment, things didn’t turn out the way you expected, or what once felt powerful now seems like a distant memory. Over time, it’s easy to become more “reasonable” in what we believe God can do. But what if that shift isn’t maturity… but...