Crazy Love Podcast

Why are so many of us burning out so quickly? What if the answer to our exhaustion wasn’t in more energy drinks, but in learning to embrace the quiet and waiting on the strength of God? In this episode, Francis shares a handful of stories from around the world to illustrate how spending time alone with God truly refreshes our hearts, brings peace to our souls, and empowers us with His Spirit to become all we were created to be. As we learn to be still in His presence and embrace the beauty of silence with Him, our strength is renewed, our vision becomes clear, and our identity is found as His beloved son or daughter.

A candid conversation about constant distraction and the pull of informational FOMO. The speaker reflects on a long trip that became a search for quiet and God's voice. Practical calls to limit screen time and choose disciplined presence with family and faith. A challenge to model intentional rhythms so future generations learn to prioritize listening over nonstop noise.

A call to ditch routine worship and expect the mysterious presence of God when believers gather. A challenge to steward sacred practices with humility and to tremble before Scripture. Thoughts on spiritual gifts, loving one another in worship, and Communion as a mysterious fellowship. Practical prompts to show up expectant, serve, and pray for heaven to act.

A call to prioritize God’s presence and biblical motives over growth metrics. A challenge to build churches from Scripture and obey Jesus’ commands, not just study them. Reflections on radical unity, sacrificial community, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Practical encouragement to pursue prayerful, Scripture-shaped church life and interdependent relationships.

Francis Chan, bestselling author and preacher known for Crazy Love Ministries, shares a sermon-style call to abiding in Christ. He explores the power of God’s presence, the mystery of spiritual transmission, trembling before Scripture, and inner transformation that changes desires. Short, urgent reflections invite listeners to seek lasting holiness and the Holy Spirit’s work.

A call to stop the rush and practice silence as a way to sense God's presence. Stories of morning encounters and a nun's rhythms illustrate deep communion. Reflections on the Holy Spirit dwelling within and grace that forgives and pours out love. Practical steps for protecting attention from constant connectivity and cultivating expectant waiting.

Francis Chan, best-selling author and Bible teacher who founded Crazy Love Ministries, issues a bold challenge to complacent faith. He explores fear vs. eternal confidence, the narrow road versus the wide path, and the danger of lukewarm religion. Short, urgent reflections call listeners to examine whether faith is relationship or routine and to respond to Jesus’ knocking today.

Lisa Chan, author and speaker who partners in ministry on marriage and parenting, joins Francis to tackle mission-minded family life. They answer live questions about spouses called in different directions. They discuss inviting kids into ministry, modeling faith in daily life, managing ministry time without bitterness, Sabbath rhythms, and preparing children for the real world.

Lisa Chan, author and ministry partner with her husband, shares testimony about family, discipleship, and sacrificial living. They rethink marriage through eternity and mission. Conversations cover downsizing, fostering, risking comfort for gospel work, raising kids with kingdom priorities, and how shared mission creates unity and purpose in marriage.

Joni Eareckson Tada, Christian author, speaker, and longtime disability advocate who became a quadriplegic as a teen, sits with Francis Chan to discuss perseverance in suffering. They explore fighting for daily joy, building a Scripture “repository” to withstand doubt, finding Jesus in the worst pain, serving the marginalized, and how the hope of heaven reshapes present endurance.