Crazy Love Podcast

Are you living the life God created you for, or just going through the motions? In this powerful message, we’re reminded that God desires more than just our service or knowledge about Him—He longs for intimate interaction with us. Eternal life begins now, as we experience the joy of truly knowing and enjoying God. Let this sermon challenge and encourage you to press deeper into your relationship with Him. Take a step today to embrace the life you were created for: one that glorifies God through delighting in Him!

Francis Chan delves into the profound truth that God dwells among His people, transforming us from the inside out. Ephesians calls us to live as imitators of God, walking in love, and to reflect His presence in our daily lives. We are reminded that, through Christ, we have been made new and are called to be light in a dark world, rejecting the old ways of sin. As God dwells with us, He calls us into deeper unity, purity, and love, empowering us to live out His truth.

In the book of Ephesians, Paul instructs believers to put off the old self and to put on the new. But practically speaking, what does that mean? In this teaching, Francis Chan helps us see that our calling as the Body of Christ isn’t just behavior modification. It’s about becoming the kind of church that reflects the heart of God in every interaction.

If you look at the current state of the church in America, on a scale of one to ten, how would you rate our witness to the rest of the world? Francis Chan confronts the very things that do damage to the church and reminds us that we can embody the purity and love that God desires, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

We all know we’re supposed to grow in our faith—but how do we actually become mature in Christ? Francis Chan continues in Ephesians chapter 4, where Paul gives us the blueprint for spiritual maturity. Francis explores how Christ shapes us through the gifts He’s given, the role of the church in building us up, and what it means to truly grow into the fullness of Christ.

In a world where we constantly see the same patterns—division, selfishness, and striving for personal gain—it’s easy to fall into these habits without realizing it. In this teaching, Francis Chan explores the idea that, if we belong to Christ, we’re not just human beings. We are temples of the Holy Spirit, called to live selflessly and pursue unity as God’s people. This message was originally taught on October 29, 2017 for We Are Church.

We live in a culture that gives value to those who are rich, famous, or powerful. But as believers, we need to see ourselves differently. Francis Chan helps us understand how each of us has been uniquely gifted by the Holy Spirit, not for our own personal recognition, but to build up the Body of Christ in unity and love.

As Americans, we’re used to having choices in every aspect of our lives – whether its our jobs, relationships, or even our leaders. But what happens when we come across the commands of God? Are we willing to embrace the idea that His words are more than just suggestions? In this teaching, Francis Chan challenges us to break away from this cultural mindset and seek to be a church that Jesus desires.

In Ephesians chapter 4, Paul urges us to “maintain the unity of the body in the bond of peace.” But how do you maintain unity in the church when the church starts to look like the world? Is there a time that you need to separate? In this week’s teaching, Francis Chan helps us wrestle through some of these challenging questions and points us away from seeking specific answers and points us towards the heart of Christ, Himself.

After studying the first 3 chapters of Ephesians and understanding the incredible blessings and promises that we’ve received from God, what should our response be? How should we live in light of these truths? In this week’s teaching, Francis Chan begins to unpack Ephesians chapter 4, highlighting God’s desire for the church, where everyone uses their unique gifts to build one another up in love and walk in a manner that is worthy of our calling.

Many of us come from a church background where our walk with God felt less like a like a relationship and more like a list of dos and don’ts. But if you read the actual words of Jesus, you get a much different impression. Francis Chan takes us to John chapter 15 and helps us see how a life of joyful obedience to God is a natural response to His overwhelming love.

When you read Paul’s letter to the Ephesian church and he prays that believers would be “filled with all the fullness of God,” do you think that’s possible for you? Francis Chan explores how the love of Christ isn’t just a concept that we try to grasp with our minds, but it’s something into which we grow deeper and deeper, impacting every area of our lives.

Sometimes in our walk with God, we can know all the right answers without experiencing the depth of relationship that’s available to us through Christ. Francis Chan reveals how embracing the profound love of Jesus can break us free from spiritual complacency and lead us to a life of strength, holiness, and unity within the church.

Have you ever wondered how the unseen spiritual world impacts our everyday lives? Francis Chan dives into the book of Ephesians to show how recognizing this hidden reality can reshape our priorities, guide our actions, and align us with God’s ultimate plan.

Often, it can feel challenging to evangelize — knowing where to begin or how to enter into conversations about faith. Dr. Vince Vitale explores how Christ's approach and dedication to conversation led people to the truth, and how we can do the same by following His model with the help of the Holy Spirit. You can hear more from Dr. Vitale at kardiaquestions.com. Kardia is a ministry that seeks to broaden and deepen our understanding of apologetics - reconciling hearts not only to God, but also to others and even ourselves. Dr. Vince Vitale was educated at Princeton University and the University of Oxford, and he taught philosophy and theology as a faculty member briefly at Princeton and then for several years at Oxford. It was during his undergraduate studies at Princeton that Vince was challenged to read the Bible by two soccer teammates and took an unexpected journey from skeptic to evangelist. He then completed master’s and PhD studies at Oxford, receiving a Daniel M. Sachs Graduating Scholarship (at the ti

In our fast-paced modern society, it's easy to be tempted to build impressive things for ourselves, striving for personal achievements and recognition. We can lose sight of the deeper, more meaningful purpose for our efforts. As Francis continues to speak on Ephesians, he explores what it means for us to be built into Christ's temple, with Him as the cornerstone, rather than standing alone in our pursuits.

Have you ever felt a lack of excitement or awe about what God has done for you? For those of us who have been following Christ for some time, this can be a common experience. Francis Chan invites us to meditate on God’s incredible grace that takes us from being dead in our sins to being seated with Christ.

When you hear someone preach a powerful message, what is it that moves you? The personality of the speaker? Or maybe the illustrations or stories that were told? In this week’s teaching, Francis Chan pulls us away from these external motivations and brings our hearts back to the simplicity and true power of Christ and Him crucified.

There’s a tendency that many of us face when reading scripture to skip over those passages that may be difficult to understand or offensive to our modern-day culture. Francis Chan focuses on Ephesians chapter 2 and shows us how worshipping God for all of His attributes makes the Good News even better.

When was the last time you prayed for the members of your church? And do you remember what you prayed for? In this week’s teaching, Francis Chan continues his series through the book of Ephesians, and highlights Paul’s desire for the church to receive a deeper revelation of God’s eternal blessings.