![]() Then, his stepmother died in a car accident when he was 9 years old. His father remarried when he was one year old. His father sent him away to Hong Kong as a baby to be taken care of by his grandmother. Their examples differ vastly from one another, but each bears the mark of a person distinctly transformed by the beauty and reality of God’s love and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.”īefore going any further, here’s some background on this unusual man: He was born in San Francisco to native Chinese parents. Some are still alive others have finished their race. ![]() Not only does Chan share his personal stories of following Christ, but he tells the stores of others whom he’s met and read about, those “who sought to live their lives fully surrendered to God. During that period they ended up traveling and ministering in various parts of Asia. ![]() He and his wife sold their house (while she was pregnant with their fifth child!) with no idea where God was leading them. Or, think about this – after thirteen years pastoring a church that had grown to 1600 members, Chan resigned. For example, some time ago he and his wife downsized their house and gave the rest to the poor. I would say that he’s doing some things with his life that many of us would consider radical. Francis Chan is an interesting and passionate writer who is sold out to Jesus. ![]() Looking for a book that will challenge your commitment to Christ? If so, this is one I would recommend to you. ![]()
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