Even in my own church I heard the words, 'Francis Chan' more than I heard the words, 'Holy Spirit.'
Francis ChanHonestly, when I read the Scriptures, I really believe the Lord puts a heart in us when we become believers.
Francis ChanIn China I told pastors about how, in the West, we have these church buildings and how we go to services each week that last an hour or so. I told them how if we don't like the music or the message then we can go to different buildings and services... They all broke out into laughter. They thought I was the funniest guy they had ever seen.
Francis ChanA person who is obsessed is characterized by committed, settled, passionate love for God, above and before every other thing and every other being.
Francis ChanJesus didn't say that if you wanted to follow Him you could do it in a lukewarm manner. He said, 'Take up your cross and follow Me.'
Francis ChanIf a guy were dating my daughter but didn't want to spend the gas money to come pick her up or refused to buy her dinner because it cost too much, I would question whether he were really in love with her In the same way, I question whether many American churchgoers are really in love with God because they are so hesitant to do anything for Him." Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God
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