So, I have been away for several days and I apologize for the lapse...last week was an extremely busy week and I could hardly find the time to think; therefore writing was pushed way down on the list of 'to-do' that I didn't complete...sorry.
I have lots to write about though since it was such a busy week, but I first want to continue on with the thread I have started regarding STRONG Godly men. Now let me explain how I have chosen some of the men I am going to be sharing about, especially todays. I do not want, nor am I sure these men would want to be placed on a pedestal and praised for their faithful to God's plan for their lives. I also do not know personally everyone of these men, but have influenced in a personal way by either words that have been written, speeches/sermons delivered, or by the evidence of action of their lives, all lived out with the intent of following God's will. The Godly man I wish to share about today is a great example of these things.
Francis Chan is the teaching pastor of Cornerstone Church in Simi Valley, California. He is also an author and speaker as well as the founder of Eternity Bible College. I have had the blessing of hearing Francis speak in person a few times and can tell you from experience that when you hear him speak, you quickly realize that this is a man that is in tune with what God has planned for his life and he is allowing God to speak through him. Cornerstone Church podcasts their worship services and so many of Francis' sermons are on the web and on itunes to be viewed. Best of all they are free. I strongly encourage you to download one or two and listen to them.
Francis has also written a book entitled, 'Crazy Love' and it is at the top of my reading list of books I think not just students today, but all christians and others maybe investigating Christianity should read. In the book, Francis pushes the reader to evaluate just how much we love God and if we can possibly love Him the way that He has loved us. He defines a love that to the world would be described as 'crazy' but to God is the love he has given us and wants us to exhibit. The most resonating point in the book for all christians should be his description of how we become lukewarm in our lives and faith and how God has called us to be so much more than that. It is a great book and I wish everyone could take the time to get a copy and read it.
There are so many other examples of how Francis Chan is a Godly man...but the one that has impressed me the most is his obvious desire to be close to God. In his speeches and sermons, he is genuine and authentic about his life and his desire to be intimate with his creator. His plain spoken, everyday conversational delivery of what the Lord has placed on his heart exhibits the strong relationship he has with God. I have said before that when you see or hear Francis speak, you know God is in the room also.
In our world today that is placing importance on self and is heading for destruction, it is a blessing to know there are men like Francis Chan out there still speaking the Truth of God into people's lives and encouraging them to try something out as radical as the 'crazy love' God can give. Until next time....keep seeking Him....
I have lots to write about though since it was such a busy week, but I first want to continue on with the thread I have started regarding STRONG Godly men. Now let me explain how I have chosen some of the men I am going to be sharing about, especially todays. I do not want, nor am I sure these men would want to be placed on a pedestal and praised for their faithful to God's plan for their lives. I also do not know personally everyone of these men, but have influenced in a personal way by either words that have been written, speeches/sermons delivered, or by the evidence of action of their lives, all lived out with the intent of following God's will. The Godly man I wish to share about today is a great example of these things.
Francis Chan is the teaching pastor of Cornerstone Church in Simi Valley, California. He is also an author and speaker as well as the founder of Eternity Bible College. I have had the blessing of hearing Francis speak in person a few times and can tell you from experience that when you hear him speak, you quickly realize that this is a man that is in tune with what God has planned for his life and he is allowing God to speak through him. Cornerstone Church podcasts their worship services and so many of Francis' sermons are on the web and on itunes to be viewed. Best of all they are free. I strongly encourage you to download one or two and listen to them.
Francis has also written a book entitled, 'Crazy Love' and it is at the top of my reading list of books I think not just students today, but all christians and others maybe investigating Christianity should read. In the book, Francis pushes the reader to evaluate just how much we love God and if we can possibly love Him the way that He has loved us. He defines a love that to the world would be described as 'crazy' but to God is the love he has given us and wants us to exhibit. The most resonating point in the book for all christians should be his description of how we become lukewarm in our lives and faith and how God has called us to be so much more than that. It is a great book and I wish everyone could take the time to get a copy and read it.
There are so many other examples of how Francis Chan is a Godly man...but the one that has impressed me the most is his obvious desire to be close to God. In his speeches and sermons, he is genuine and authentic about his life and his desire to be intimate with his creator. His plain spoken, everyday conversational delivery of what the Lord has placed on his heart exhibits the strong relationship he has with God. I have said before that when you see or hear Francis speak, you know God is in the room also.
In our world today that is placing importance on self and is heading for destruction, it is a blessing to know there are men like Francis Chan out there still speaking the Truth of God into people's lives and encouraging them to try something out as radical as the 'crazy love' God can give. Until next time....keep seeking Him....
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