In this message, Francis Chan challenges the Church to live out true faith in a world full of deception and false teachings. He reminds us that faith is revealed by us through action, especially in difficult times.

Are you living in fear of a world spiraling out of control, or are you standing in the peace and power God promises? In this sermon, Francis Chan challenges believers to move beyond fear, superficial godliness, and self-centeredness by embracing the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, living with bold faith, and trusting God’s sovereignty and the hope of redemption.

In this message, Francis Chan examines the signs of the "last days" as outlined in 2 Timothy, shedding light on the dangers of self-love, materialism, and a superficial approach to faith. Francis challenges us to reconsider our priorities and live with a love that reflects Christ's sacrificial example.

Have you ever stopped to think about what it means that God wants to be with us? In the busyness of life, especially at Christmas, we can easily forget the simple, powerful truth that God is rich in mercy and desires to dwell with us. Francis Chan shares the incredible reality that the Creator of the universe isn’t just mighty and holy—He is merciful and wants to forgive us, empower us, and walk with us each and every day.

In this message, Francis Chan unpacks how true generosity is not a forced act but a natural byproduct of a life transformed by Christ. Drawing from Revelation and 2 Corinthians 8, he highlights the eternal promises of God that shift our focus from self-centeredness to God-centeredness, producing joy and selfless love.

This message was originally shared on December 9, 2018 at Garden Church.

Francis Chan delivers a profound and challenging sermon, addressing the cultural shift in the church toward self-promotion and performance. Using Scripture and personal testimony, he calls believers to restore sacred practices like communion and public Scripture reading while embracing the mystery of God’s love.

This message was originally shared at the Fire in Our Bones Pastors Conference on March 1, 2024.

In the final message of his Ephesians series, Francis Chan delves into Ephesians 6 to reveal the significance of the full armor of God. He explains how each piece—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—empowers believers to stand firm against spiritual forces and persevere in faith amidst the challenges of life.

Do you get it? Do you truly understand what it means to know God, to experience His love so profoundly that it transforms your entire life? In this message, Francis Chan asks us to reflect on whether we really grasp the depth of God’s love for us and how it should change us. When we understand this love, we will live with awe, humility, and radical love for others—just like the early church.

This message was originally taught in February of 2017 to We Are Church.

How can embracing servanthood transform your life? In this teaching on Ephesians 6:5-9, Francis Chan reveals how choosing humility and following Christ’s example of service can bring freedom, purpose, and deeper relationships.

Have you ever considered that your family relationships might be part of God’s plan to reveal His character? In this message, Francis Chan explores how honoring and guiding one another in the family goes far beyond duty—it’s a way to mirror God’s nurturing love and authority.

What comes to mind when you hear “Wives, submit to your husbands” or “Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the church”? For many, this instruction from Ephesians can feel outdated or even uncomfortable in today’s culture. But what if we’re missing something crucial by viewing these words through a modern lens?

In this teaching, Francis and Lisa Chan show us how true biblical authority isn’t about control or power but about sacrificial love and humble service—modeled perfectly by Christ.