Founder's Week 2012 - Feb. 8 - Francis Chan

[@TheGl0ryKid]

The only pastor I know who stop in the middle of his preaching to ask God for anointing.....and continue surrendering his pride, and thought and spirit to the only one who deserve the glory. What a great preacher....great discernment...because is so easy to get carried away by emotion as preach and end up talking by flesh and not by spirit of God.......Great man of God!

[@JonnyElectric215]

I love his message of taking the Bible literally and going for it! I believe that we are going to see a resurgence of hunger for the power of God working miraculously as He did in the book of Acts! Get ready church! I have been teaching at a summer dance intensive in North Carolina for the past couple of weeks, and God has been healing people here! A girl here had terrible pain in her knee and couldnt dance. We prayed for her and seconds after prayer she had no pain! And has been dancing!

[@demetrissaddler]

I finally find a preacher wealth listen to. There is always a sense of pride that minister preach out of. They always go off track. They buy in a lot of this dogma and they use the Word of God out of content. We need now a Man of God like Chan, his Jesus like personality will get the church back on track. God Bless you Pastor

[@218spike]

this was awesome, after this he came back to campus and did a QandA with all of us students at Moody Bible Institute. God is using this man spectacularly, Praise God only.

[@Hiddensquid23]

Francis Chan never ceases to remind me why life is worth living and why a life in the arms of Christ is the only thing worth living for.

[@tjbmom2all]

My daugther was there last night and said it was an awesome message. Thank you for preaching the truth!

[@deckher]

This is so true....all of it. I was so challenged, encouraged and convicted to be bold for Christ....

[@chitowndruma]

Such a convicting message. Francis Chan is a true man of God.

[@jleehoopa]

Very convicting message we needed that, especially when he only talked to the MBI students, i enjoyed it

[@TimMobleyMusic]

This is by far one of the best things I've ever listened to.

[@Awurabena1]

God is good. All the time...all the time...thanks Francis.

[@aggie128]

I love Francis chan's heart!! During passion, I remember him crying for his audience. That takes guts. I hope someday I can watch him on a regular basis.I really love his passion. Our church needs to follow his message. I pray that we do it.

[@BridesEyes]

Thanks Chan. After 8 years of serving in Thailand we returned to a process of being undone just like this. The American church, doctrines and culture has become the greatest hinderance to God's Kingdom's advancement in our nation and world. We must awaken and abandon the god of self. God is using Chan's mouth to speak His call to the American church today. We must hear His voice through all those daring to listen and speak His call. List to His Spirit and He will confirm that this is true.

[@charlenejohnson6632]

What a servant of the Lord. Bless him

[@vmgaston]

All I can say is wow! I've been struggling with everything he's talked about and "talking myself out" of doing things I know GOD wants me to. Now time to put that conviction into action.

[@Kevindro]

I was there, and when he said I hate sharing the gospel of Jesus, you could literally hear a pin drop. It was awesome!!!

[@discgolfer08]

Simply amazing, thank you so much Francis for bringing the truth

[@reelillusionl123]

I do like this message. its amazing! :) Right now though I feel like I need to Be Around believers because Unbelievers is all I have ever hung out with.

[@LudyDraws]

Solid! Great message to stir the soul towards love and good deeds and live life in light of eternity.

[@dgcammer]

My new love of a song has the words in it "Tell me who you are". This is how I look at my Bible readings. God himself is telling me who he is.

[@micheled6284]

Powerful! Truth! A must watch!

[@charlenejohnson6632]

The Lord is using him in such a unique way

[@ashleejohnson4945]

he's so real, i love it

[@angelstarsDiamond]

Ohhhhh please come to The Bahamas!!!

[@daydaybuggie]

its nice being a student at Moody. Francis Chan was awesome, so much so i had to buy this audio

[@keithjackson28]

I was at this sermon. I remember crying from what he said. I also remember seeing almost everyone else even at the end still laughing. Most of them didn't get it. If all you are doing is listening to laugh you don't get it.

[@jasA440]

For neither man nor angel can discern Hypocrisy, the only evil that walks Invisible, except to God alone… Thanks for the smile.

[@GZUS316]

Incredible...

[@davidsiwy5679]

I feel so blessed

[@TheFluteNewb]

Hey, I'm a seminary student too! How cool for us! I try to through out big words too when people ask me stuff.

[@mirandadal]

He is at founders week again next week!

[@1012koko]

This is my challange : to read the Bible. Period. Thanks Fancis, God's blessings to you !

[@Tomsedated]

waw, francis chan is awesome

[@NGONAMBARA]

GREAT!

[@prasyce]

I'm interested in hearing the questions as I'm sure others who read the comments will be later. Could you point out a few places where he is in error?

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 Also, what would you add to Cornerstone's statement? Tell me what's missing.

[@injakim3882]

Wowww!!!. So glad to discover HIM. I hear him,... & see his struggles(?) which I have wondered on God, Bible. Church, and People in there as Believer...etc... all my life. I hears a lot about God, lived through long enough and have known a lot of so call "Christians" (went Christian-Univ.) and all seems more Talker than Doers.....& on & on & on & on.......?!.

[@soccerdanny4]

Again, can you be move specific? What do you disagree with him about?

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 What Theology do you get from Matt 25:31-46?

[@Rkjacks88]

That church is so over the top!

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 You still didn't answer my question about Matt 25. Does your church's or personal belief statement include what you will and won't do unto the least of these? It is the last thing that will ring in all our ears just before eternity is set for ever for all mankind. Seems pretty important.

[@NCGStreamingArchives]

Pastor Sam, Isn't it rather strange that PZ Myers, David Silverman, Eric Hovind and others will be on our show, talk with us, and remain accessible, and yet, ministers like Chan remain hidden? We don't want to correct Chan; we simply want to talk with Chan.... If you can help us do this, then please do. We love him. May God bless, and thanks for being kind.

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 could you more fully explain what you mean by "Theology is who God is."?

[@EdyNegru]

hes wearing a suit, lol I like it!

[@mrmirikle]

I love God! I also love Francis's way of teaching. Does anyone know his email address?

[@vikakond]

@swanz199 What do you mean by nothing?

[@zainish1]

@DawnBreaking he does speak on grace just not as much in this sermon... Every sermon gets a different leading and truthfully we do hate hearing about the other sides to God. His wrath can be invoked, He's slow to anger but it doesn't mean He doesn't get angry. More so, we use His grace as an excuse to live in sun when in fact it should be the very reason to strive for holiness. God bless :) x

[@cdgf-X]

@PastorErickDMarquez In fact, it seems Francis has stayed true to the word of Go, the clear understanding of scripture, and the Spirits work and direction over his and his families' lives. Only thing different about Francis was that he wore a suit to present at Moody.

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

@AhnSolo1991 your not a mbi student.

[@estherbusai]

Profound!

[@loveyourbrother100]

This man is the real deal, a Godly example

[@ashleejohnson4945]

it is so weird to see Francis in a suit! anyone agree??

[@denno3124]

Yes actually...like he's in court. Like you have a suit?!?!? Lol

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

IT PICKS UP TWORDS THEEND

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 What do you mean void of theology? Did Jesus' sermon on the mount contain "theology"? What does your "Theology" motivate you to do in the real world regarding your neighbors? What does it do to feed the hungry, care for the poor or serve widows or any of the least of these? I think maybe you worship "Theology"... Your thoughts?

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 I agree with Matt 28:20 and teach and try to live it. I wouldn't try to guess what you or Chan knows... My point about Matt 25 was to ask what Theology you get from it. I wasn't even making a point but rather asking for the Theology it. What is the Theology in Matt 25:31-46? Matt 25 isn't just the "gospel", it is included in the "obey everything I have commanded you". So, what Theology is in these verses? Are you avoiding the answer?

[@yruelf93]

"Old Testament Survey. Get it?" haha

[@kornykorhorn]

@jastonas I am sure their are.

[@TheTykus]

Thumbs up if you clicked this message mainly because Francis was in a suit, and it looked odd!

[@j971224]

Yes I agree

[@Anabella1127]

I was there!!! I cired lol.

[@kornykorhorn]

@neodisciple Yes, but if he and his wife felt it was time to leave. They have to work that out with God, which I assume they did. I know it is hard to leave a church & to lose a faithful pastor.

[@AdamSilvaDeCristo]

Dude, Francis, you look weird in a suit, but it's okay. I love you bro.

[@iLoveWorship100]

Chan is a God! I've read Forgotten God and I will soon read through Crazy Love if God allows it. It is in His love, Amen.

[@virtuawater]

Epic

[@BridesEyes]

@mroc929 I would not at all put Chan and Bell (don't know Furtick) in the same category. If you could express something that Chan has wrong about his theology it would be helpful because I'm not sure what you disagree with. I heard Chan in this particular video continue to quote scripture and urge people to not only read it, but to do what it says. He pointed out the fact that God is a wrathful God who is holy. It seems that we didn't even watch the same video honestly.

[@MattMcAfee]

You question the Bible?

[@gasmaster9999]

May this not be about Francis Chan, but let this be about God and his holy spirit.

[@charlenejohnson6632]

Jas " Glory". We should not ever take our eyes off the Lord

[@phonebush]

Francis in a suit!

[@pekkle007]

Wow. Francis manages to slam Rob Bell and his soft "universalism." Francis is awesome.

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

@degraafics STAYED TRUE TO THE WORD OF GO? WHAT? HE WAS ALL OVER THE PLACE, DENIAL FALLS ON THOSE THAT CHOOSE NOT TO SEE.

[@kornykorhorn]

@PastorErickDMarquez You need grace. What he said was very very biblical. Can you, using Scripture refute what Mr. Chan taught?

[@NCGStreamingArchives]

Jim, Chan never considers syntagmatic and paradigmatic analysis before he speaks dogmatically, nor does he admit to the lack of indexical and deictic elements, and yet, he continues to spin "hell" without using non-linguistic and linguistic honesty. So, in brief, Chan is a great actor, but not an honest one....

[@charlenejohnson6632]

So sad Kaine you are so cricical! Find the Lord I'm all this preaching.

[@coolestmcse]

The verse in Acts quotes: "“Repent, and each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." (Acts 2:38) And most of the American Church denies it.

[@Bigborian92783]

@usmc217 respectfully,even the verse you posted talk about doing works as proof of your savlation. Eph 2:10 it says we are created FOR good works. Also James 2:14-17 (faith without works is dead faith, or also known as non saving "faith"). Tim Keller says it best he says "We're saved by grace alone BUT not a grace that stays alone" The evidence of saving faith is a changed life poured out in good works. If you make excuses to not do good works, you're probably not saved to begin with.

[@califbozo]

I WISH ALL CHRISTIANS WOULD ASK THEMSELVES, "HOW ACCESSIBLE AM I?--AM I ANYTHING LIKE JESUS--OR AM I A SMARTPHONE ADDICT"???

[@frankgiammarese7255]

#Believe

[@Jesseoftheforest]

Look! I found Waldo on the left at 32:10!

[@kornykorhorn]

lol, making him wear a suit.

[@coolestmcse]

Many of us will hear this message and STILL don't do what the Gospel says... Scholars will convince us to just be hearers and go ahead to live the American Dream (and put a couple of bucks in the plate)

[@PersonPlaceThing1]

I found Waldo!! 32.16

[@nassaniel]

Kaine: mind using smaller words for us simple-folk? And as far as accessibility goes, Twitter, radio, Facebook, Linkedn, church websites and the like didn't exist. When you say, "he's not accessible", what do you mean? Have you considered that maybe he'd rather take that time and effort and pour it into someone who is bearing fruit, or that is hungry for the word rather than being interviewed about anything? Interviews have been conducted. They're all over the Internet. People can go elsewhere..

[@coolestmcse]

@usmc217 And most of the American Church denies it...

[@jasA440]

We know that there are as many ways to miss the mark as there are believers. We all are vulnerable to error. Perhaps you should supply some details to buttress your objection. There is some danger in making nonspecific remarks. With respect.

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

@kornykorhorn PROOF IS IN THE PUDDING

[@rgw64]

@mroc929 Really - considering that I minister to the homeless, in the local detention center and the nursing homes I would consider that I do indeed put my Faith to work for the ministry of my Lord and only idol "Yeshua". I regard to defending my Faith, why need I for the Lord is Mighty and Great, the creator of all with what humans means can I defend He who is ALL. In regard to defending those of the same Faith, that is totally different. God alone can judge the heart!!!

[@NCGStreamingArchives]

His humor and personality are great, but I seriously question his theology.

[@JesuslovesErica777]

hahahahaha lool

[@adrivebywv]

you know ! lol

[@adrivebywv]

Who is this? with their judgement?? or is it not judgement but jealousy ? Who Knows?? It's terrible when you start breaking down another passionate believer into pieces when you could be out helping a non believer.

[@edzvidz]

David Harvey, did you mean that Chan was being judgemental towards this congregation of believers?

[@NCGStreamingArchives]

After listening to this, I'm ashamed of Chan's dishonesty and lack of integrity.

[@sirandrew]

I found Waldo! 32:10

[@Bev4Drawing]

So you don't take the Bible literally? I've listened to many of his sermons and more importantly, I've seen his fruit (Luke 6: 43-45). I've researched the church fathers and read what they wrote and love church history. Francis does nothing but lift God up and not himself. He speaks the truth and has a passion for God. We are all hypocrites and judgmental, as you are being right now, and God is growing us and showing us these things in ourselves. He's not perfect, but he's looking toward Jesus.

[@BridesEyes]

This bitter and sarcastic reply to rgw64 was out of place and uncalled for. In light of the accusations you leveled at rgw64. Please tell us what you do to serve the least of these and how you respond to God's call to go and make disciples. Of all the people I know who devote their lives to listening to God's Spirit leading them, rather than being theology police, they have a humble attitude and gracious spirit.

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

HE REALLY LOST IT, NOT THE SAME SINCE HE LEFT HIS CHURCH

[@BridesEyes]

Also, you accuse of defending Chan rather than his faith... I would ask you, why are you trolling Chan videos and spending your time bring baseless accusations? What are you doing with your time? What are you doing with your money? I would ask you to consider if maybe theology, rather than its Object of Focus, has become an idol to you. The NT Jews rejected Jesus because of their idolatry of the law, today "Christians" are rejecting Jesus because of their idolatry of theology...

[@charlenejohnson6632]

Brideseyes " well put"

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

@kornykorhorn I KNOW THE TRUTH HURTS BUDDY

[@adrivebywv]

"correct Chan" ??? LOL

[@TheFluteNewb]

*throw

[@NCGStreamingArchives]

Chan isn't accessible like Jesus. He's hidden away and uses his celebrity status to keep his audience baited. So, how could one do what you are suggesting in these circumstances?

[@nassaniel]

To find practically anything they want short of his social security number. His goal is to disciple, which happens primarily through life lived together. None of his teaching means squat unless its paired with implementation and sanctification, and he gets that. Perhaps he'd rather focus on living it with a few rather than simply talking about living it to thousands, much like Christ Himself...just a simple mans thoughts.