Is Christ Present in the Eucharist? Francis Chan, Hank Hanegraaff & KP Yohannan (Hank Unplugged)

We are thrilled to present a series of conversations between our dear brothers in Christ, Francis Chan and Metropolitan Yohan (aka KP Yohannan). These conversations were initiated by criticism that Francis Chan received as a result of publicly discussing the history of the church and the Eucharist and inspired by our desire to promote dialogue on divisive issues within the body of Christ in a spirit of brotherly love to honor the high priestly prayer of our Heavenly Father just before His passion on the cross “that they may all be one…so that the world may believe that you have sent me.” (John 17:21) On behalf of Francis Chan and Metropolitan Yohan, we hope that these conversations will inspire you to inspect Church history, encourage you to engage in dialogue with those that you may disagree with, and live the answer to our Lord’s High Priestly prayer that we may all be one. “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another.” (John 13: 35)

Topics discussed include: Hank introduces the first in a series of conversations with Francis Chan and Metropolitan Yohan and the desire of these men to work towards unity in the body of Christ (0:25); Francis Chan responds to the controversy concerning comments he made regarding the history and meaning of the Eucharist (2:50); how an examination of Church history changed Hank’s view on the Eucharist (6:15); for the first 1000 years Christians were undivided at the communion table and the evolution of the different explanations of the Eucharist (15:00); Francis Chan explains his current confusion over the true meaning of the Eucharist because for his entire life he viewed the Eucharist as a mere remembrance and every other view as heresy (24:35); Metropolitan Yohan explains when he realized that he was becoming a lawyer for God, all head knowledge and little experiential life in union with Christ (26:10); Francis Chan questions whether a certain view of the Eucharist is necessary to experience authentic union with Christ and sanctification (43:30); Hank discusses why he felt as though he had become a lawyer for Christ and how that caused him to wonder whether he was even a Christian (46:10); misunderstanding deification (49:00) stay tuned for the rest of the conversation between Francis Chan, Metropolitan Yohan and Hank Hanegraaff coming soon (55:40).

"History, Mystery, and the Eucharist" is the first episode in this four-part series of round table conversations and deals with the importance of understanding the history of the church and the mystery of the Eucharist.

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[BibleAnswerMan]

This is the first conversation in a four part series between Francis Chan, Hank Hanegraaff and Metropolitan Yohan. Subscribe to the channel if you're interested in hearing the next episode and stay tuned! God bless

[adamhenderson]

I love how each person lets the others talk at length with no interrupting. It's so refreshing to see when there are so many videos where everyone tries to talk over the other person to make their point.

[lylezimmerman]

Francis chan and scott hahn should have a talk. It sure would be interesting.

[patricklandfair]

God bless all of you for this great talk full of love and humility. I'm so grateful to Francis for being brave enough to explore this.

[jl]

Ditching the cancer of social media means I'm discovering this four days later than I should've but better late than never. 🙌

[AJ-medg]

Why are conversations like this between influential Christian teachers so rare? This should be the norm. Thank you so much for posting this.

[deniselewis]

I heard an audible voice in front of the Eucharist after a genuine confession, He said "Accept My Mercy" I know now

[GHOSTJERKER]

This is special! Feels like I'm sitting at the table. 🙏

[tomp.gjokaj]

God bless you brothers and God bless you Mr. Hank Hanegraaff I remember challenging you many many years ago I am Catholic I am happy for you because Hank we are much much closer than We were Years and years ago God bless you and keep you healthy Brother 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[nightshift]

Receiving the Eucharist after confession is like an invisible song or poem playing in your soul.

[jovianwee]

For 9 months I could not receive the Eucharist because of the covid lock down. I prayed everyday that Christ to come to me so that I can receive him spiritually. I long for him, I need him and hopefully one day I can receive him in communion. What a wonderful conversation.

[Robert-ieeb]

No matter where Francis ends up on his faith journey (Catholic, Orthodox, etc), I think we should all try to imitate is humility.

[davidbolt]

As a portestant who is looking seriously into Orthodoxy and found Francis Chan a great teacher as a kid this is timed so perfectly. Glory to the Lord Christ!

[annmarie]

Scott Hahn's Lambs Supper would be an amazing read.

[dellmckinley]

I, like Francis Chan, am embarrassed that I didn’t study the church fathers sooner than 40yo.

However, I’m thankful to have my seat at the table for the Lord’s Supper.

[gratefullyglorifying]

I’m so blessed. Thank you all so much. Tech staff included! 🙌🏻

[JobyKurien]

I'm orthodox in my faith today because of our Metropolitan Yohan I. I thank God so much for his life and willingness to follow the truth and pass it on! I'm so happy to hear from Pr. Francis Chan and Hank Hanegraaff as well.

[purplebingsalve]

How beautiful it is to receive the Holy Eucharist when one is in a state of grace ❤

[darioveneziano]

Francis Chan, ask Dr. Scott Hahn as well. While you are searching that's the thing to do!

[blakewidmer]

As with other "hot button topics" I am always refreshed when men and women of God can openly share and discuss different opinions and beliefs and walk in love and esteem toward each other. If Christian leaders did more of this type of thing, we as the church would have a more vivid and honoring testimony and witness to the unbelieving, for it is by our love one for another that they will know we are HIS disciples. Thank God for these three brothers who showed us a bright light today. And I don't even agree with them on the eucharist. But that's ok. God is love.