Many
Christians have a difficult time embracing the fatherhood of God. How
do we approach the heart of the Father and heal the wounds our
earthly father may have left?
The
Lozanos have written this book with the purpose of drawing us to the
heart of the Father and helping us deal with those issues that stand
in the way. They explore how the character of the Father is revealed,
freedom from the slavery we were in, forgiveness, our identity in
Christ, and many other topics dealing with God's heart. They also
write about walking in the authority of God as Father. “God desires
to reestablish His dominion through you.”
They
share their own experiences and those of others that are very
inspiring.
I
appreciate the teaching the Lozanos have given. It was interesting to
read some of the testimonies where people had instant freedom from
the issues that kept them from experiencing God as Father on a
personal level. There were others that struggled. That is something
we must realize, that we still have to make choices. We must turn away
from false ideas and follow the Holy Spirit's leading. For some, that
may be a lengthy process. The authors give narratives, contemplative
reflections, and personal prayers to facilitate the journey.
This
is a good book for those who have trouble embracing the fatherhood of
God. You will be encouraged to turn from any bad images you have of
fatherhood, perhaps from your own experiences. You will be encouraged
to embrace your identity in Christ and that you are a child of your
heavenly Father. You will also be encouraged to live out that
identity. This is not a cure all book that will instantly cause you
to lovingly embrace your heavenly Father. It will, however, give you the
information and encouragement you need to take the steps to approach
the Father as One who loves you.
Food
for thought: “It is only in the Father, who is revealed by the Son,
that we can know who we really are.”
Neal
Lozano founded Heart of the Father Ministries to help people take
hold of their freedom in Christ. He received his bachelor and
graduate degrees from Villanova University. He was the director of
the House of God's Light, a Christian community, for forty years. He
and his wife have four grown sons and ten grandchildren and life in
Ardmore, Pennsylvania.
Matthew
Lozano received his bachelor's degree from James Madison University
and his graduate degrees from Villanova University and the Augustine
Institute. He taught high school for twelve years and now serves
Heart of the Father Ministries as an international speaker and
trainer. He and his wife have four children and live in Havertown,
Pennsylvania.
You
can find out more about their ministry at www.heartofthefather.com.
Chosen,
224 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for
the purpose of an independent and honest review.
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