Staff Talks with Francis: The Fear of God in a Confused Church

Staff Talks with Francis: The Fear of God in a Confused Church

Author: Crazy Love Ministries May 20, 2026 Duration: 16:32
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 man with the fear of God and wrestles with what happens when culture, influence, and endless opinions begin shaping our understanding of truth. As more voices reinterpret long-held Christian beliefs, this conversation explores a few of the tensions many believers feel today: Who do we trust? How do we stay grounded? And what does it look like to hold to Scripture as our anchor in a sea of voices all vying to be the answer to our questions? More than anything, this episode is a call to return to a faith marked by reverence for God, confidence in His Word, the awareness that eternity is real, and a passionate pursuit of truth that leads us to love others well.

In a world filled with noise, the Crazy Love Podcast offers a space for quiet, yet challenging, reflection on faith and practice. Through conversations and teachings, Francis Chan-the best-selling author behind books like *Crazy Love*, *Forgotten God*, and *Until Unity*-explores what it means to live a life genuinely devoted to the teachings of Jesus, beyond cultural comfort and religious routine. This isn't about easy answers; it's about wrestling with scripture and its radical implications for our daily lives, our churches, and our relationships. Listeners will find a consistent call to move from intellectual belief into a tangible, active love for God and others. Produced by Crazy Love Ministries, the podcast extends the ministry's mission of fostering deeper spiritual commitment and biblical literacy. Each episode feels like a personal dialogue, urging you to examine the core of your faith. Whether discussing topics from his books or addressing contemporary issues, Chan brings a pastoral heart and a direct, uncompromising perspective. Tune in for a thoughtful, often provocative, journey that aims to rekindle a passionate and purposeful faith. The Crazy Love Podcast is for anyone feeling restless with a nominal spiritual existence and hungry for a more authentic, costly, and transformative discipleship.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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I Will Fear No Evil (Part 2) | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:47
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Duration: 37:03
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Duration: 37:49
In this deeply honest and raw message, Francis Chan shares from a place of personal repentance. Recently stepping away from his long-term role in ministry, he reflects on a season of distraction and spiritual dullness, c…
The Revenge of God | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:01
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What Do You Treasure? (Pt. 2) | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:15
What are you really living for? Everyone is building treasure somewhere, but only one treasure lasts forever. In this episode, Francis Chan helps us refocus our hearts on the kingdom of heaven. He shares powerful stories…
What Do You Treasure? (Pt. 1) | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:22
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Duration: 21:30
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Embrace Suffering | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:16
So often, we’re told that following Jesus will make life easier… but what if that’s not what Jesus said at all? In this message, Francis Chan walks us through what the Bible clearly teaches about suffering. Jesus taught…
This Is What We’re Made For | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:23
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I Will Fear No Evil | Francis Chan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:50
What if we’ve been playing it safe for so long, we’ve forgotten what it means to really trust God? In this classic teaching, Francis Chan opens up about fear, faith, and the kind of boldness that defined the early church…