When I am consumed by my problems-stressed out about my life, my family, and my job-I actually convey the belief that I think the circumstances are more important than God’s command to always rejoice.
FRANCIS CHANGod never breaks His promises.
More Francis Chan Quotes
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The wise man comes to God without saying a word and stands in awe of Him.
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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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Worry implies that we don’t quite trust God is big enough, powerful enough, or loving enough to take care of what’s happening in our lives.
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Trust whatever He has for you. It will be better than anything you can plan for yourself.
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Do you love this God who is everything, or do you just love everything He gives you?
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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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Lukewarm people call ‘radical’ what Jesus expected of all His followers.
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Jesus’ call to commitment is clear: He wants all or nothing.
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But God doesn’t call us to be comfortable. He calls us to trust Him so completely that we are unafraid to put ourselves in situations where we will be in trouble if He doesn’t come through.
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God’s presence is all that matters.
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God never breaks His promises.
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We never grow closer to God when we just live life. It takes deliberate pursuit and attentiveness.
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Grace is when you should be totally punished but are blessed for no reason.
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Christianity was simple: fight your desires in order to please God.
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God doesn’t want religious duty. He doesn’t want a distracted, half-hearted, ‘Fine, I’ll read a chapter, now are You happy?’ attitude. God wants His word to be a delight to us, so much that we meditate on it day and night.
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