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40:56

Are You Experiencing the Holy Spirit? | Francis Chan

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2026/10/05

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 were now trying to accomplish on their own. Francis reminds us that the Holy Spirit isn’t simply a truth we believe, but a presence we should actually experience. Through His Spirit, God changes us,

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42:03

Why Are Christians So Afraid? | Francis Chan

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2026/09/28

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 by fear and one shaped by faith. While others saw giants and impossible odds, Caleb believed God was greater. And 45 years later, his confidence hadn’t changed. God is still God. His Spirit still

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41:03

The Most Important Lesson I Could Ever Teach |...

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2026/09/15

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 life is nearing its end, and his concern is that believers will continue to remember the truth and faithfully follow Christ after he is gone. In this episode, Francis calls us back to a personal love for Scripture and a faith that

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25:27

The Evidence of a Spirit-Filled Life | Francis Chan

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2026/09/04

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 God, even when life is difficult. But when problems arise, gratitude is often one of the first things to disappear. We become consumed with what needs to be

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26:37

Staff Talks with Francis | Don’t Miss What Matters Most

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2026/08/25

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 neighbor in need and the moment he felt like he was looking at Christ. Francis picks up from there, reflecting on why God's people have so often divided over lesser matters while neglecting what Jesus called the

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48:58

The Courage to Follow | Francis Chan

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2026/08/17

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 can be easy to confuse courage with rebellion. But Scripture gives us another picture - one of humble leadership, willing submission, and people who care more about

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19:25

Staff Talks with Francis: The Fight Against...

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2026/08/12

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 far more difficult: depending on one another. God's Kingdom isn't built by isolated individuals, but by a people who choose unity over personal influence.

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36:15

What It Means to Be Born Again | Francis Chan

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2026/08/04

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 us alive through Christ, fills us with His Spirit, and begins transforming us from the inside out. This message is a compelling reminder that following Jesus isn't about trying harder

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26:28

Staff Talks with Francis: How to Recognize God’s Leading

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2026/07/29

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. As he reflects on recent ministry experiences, we're reminded that God is still at work in powerful ways, inviting His people to walk by faith rather than relying on their own strength. If

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50:35

Is the Word of God Enough? | Francis Chan

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2026/07/24

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 emotion. The deeper issue isn't that Scripture has become less powerful - it's that our hearts have become less captivated by the God who speaks. When we

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34:41

The Habit That’s Killing Your Faith | Francis Chan

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2026/07/13

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. In this message, Francis Chan challenges us to rediscover the kind of faith that marked the early believers. As he walks through Hebrews 10 and 11, we're reminded that God delights in people

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42:49

What’s Blocking Your Prayers? | Francis Chan

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2026/07/06

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 what we need or want. It's about coming before Him with repentance, humility, and wholehearted devotion. God's invitation has always been the same: turn back to Him. When we respond to His

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58:36

The Problem with Self-Reliance | Francis Chan

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2026/06/29

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 to be fueled by eloquence, talent, or self-confidence, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us as Francis explores what it means to truly know the power of Christ's resurrection, walk in

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45:28

The Cure for an Anxious World | Francis Chan

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2026/06/22

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 God's faithfulness, His patience toward humanity, and His promise to make all things new. As we see our lives in light of eternity

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47:09

The One Thing Your Soul Needs | Francis Chan

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2026/06/15

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 along. In this episode, Francis explores the invitation to find our deepest satisfaction in God alone. When we learn to enjoy His presence and trust His love, we're freed from constantly searching

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23:49

Staff Talks with Francis: What Satisfies Your Soul?

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2026/06/08

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 it looks like to be so anchored in God that circumstances no longer have the final say. The result isn't a trouble-free life. It's something better - a peace that

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16:06

Staff Talks with Francis: When Information Replaces...

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2026/06/02

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 the peace that comes from returning to what matters most. As he shares honestly about his own struggles with information overload, he offers a reminder that our

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24:53

Staff Talks with Francis: Faithfulness vs. Productivity

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2026/05/25

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 kind of life that lasts - one marked by love, humility, and a steady dependence on God. Drawing from John 13 and 15, he shares why the people God places around us matter more than we realize,

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16:32

Staff Talks with Francis: The Fear of God in a...

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2026/05/20

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

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31:45

What It Really Means to Follow Jesus | Francis Chan

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2026/05/11

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. It’s sacrificial, generous, and rooted in a deep trust that God’s commands lead to life and joy. Looking at the example of the early church in Acts, this teaching challenges us

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