Jesus asks for everything, but we try to give Him less.
FRANCIS CHANOur lack of intimacy is due to our refusal to unplug and shut off communication from all others so we can be alone with Him.
More Francis Chan Quotes
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Lukewarm living and claiming Christ’s name simultaneously is utterly disgusting to God.
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The world says love yourself, grab all you can, follow your heart. Jesus says deny yourself, grab your cross and follow me.
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Why would we need to experience the Comforter if our lives are already comfortable?
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Jesus’ call to commitment is clear: He wants all or nothing.
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The disciples obey because that’s what people do when someone rises from the dead and gives instructions.
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The point of your life is to point to Him. Whatever you are doing, God wants to be glorified, because this whole thing is His.
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God’s definition of what matters is pretty straightforward. He measures our lives by how we love.
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Making disciples isn’t about gathering pupils to listen to your teaching. The real focus is not on teaching people at all–the focus is on loving them.
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Christians are like manure: spread them out and they help everything grow better, but keep them in one big pile and they stink horribly.
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Are we in love with God or just His stuff?
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God’s presence is all that matters.
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God doesn’t call us to be comfortable. He calls us to trust Him.
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The God who loans you life sees your every move, hears each word you speak, knows your every thought. You are seen by God. Noticed. Known.
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Following Christ isn’t something that can be done halfheartedly or on the side. It is not a label we can display when it is useful. It must be central to everything we do and are.
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We often think of prayer as a means to an end. Prayer is the goal.
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