Revealing the heart of God. It is all about Gods heart toward us. It is time we discover who we are according to Him & our value through the love He has for us. His love changes us.
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Open Doors is a conversation about inviting God’s love, presence, and power into our hearts. We are friends and teammates from Heart of the Father Ministries who share in the mission of setting captive hearts free through Unbound ministry. We’ll be touching on the impact of Neal Lozano’s book, Unbound, and hearing stories of lives changed through Unbound ministry. At times we’ll dig deep into the Five Keys of Unbound, simple responses to the gospel with profound impact on hearts and lives. J ...
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Learn from beautiful stories and powerful insights that reflect the Father’s heart. Healing and purpose are available to all who seek it. Join us to be empowered and equipped for true Kingdom purpose and life!
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Because We are Sons and Daughters with Matt and Jenn Lozano
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Following last week’s podcast with Dr. Mary Healy, we listen to Jenn and Matt discuss the issue of authority, taking it to a personal level. Jenn reflects on how Romans 6: 8-11 relates to authority and she references Chapter 12 of Abba’s Heart. We hear about an individual who, after receiving healing through Unbound prayer, was later able to use he…
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Bad Evangelical Marriage Advice - Download This Episode Response to Marriage advice from Josh Howerton and evangelical mindsets The post Bad Evangelical Marriage Advice first appeared on Heart of the Father.By Carlo Merrick
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Ep. 30: Breaking Free From Amish Control and Legalism PART 2: Interview with Dominic Wickey
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In this episode, Sandi Derby continues her conversation with Dominic Wickey, who shares his profound journey of growing up in an Amish community marked by trauma, abuse, and cultural silence. Dominic recounts his experiences of childhood abuse, the shame and anger that followed, and the struggles he faced with identity and belonging. The discussion…
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The Fourth Key: An Act of Faith with Dr. Mary Healy and Matt Lozano
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Dr. Mary Healy Explains The Fourth Key: The Command Meet Matt’s “go-to theologian,” the best-selling author and international speaker Dr. Mary Healy, Professor of Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, general editor of the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, and more. This episode helps Christians of all backgrounds explore comm…
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Ep. 29: Transforming Grief Into Empowerment an Interview with Mishka Murad
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In this podcast episode, Sandi Derby interviews Mishka Murad, a certified grief recovery method specialist, who shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Pakistan to working with students in the U.S. Mishka discusses the impact of losing her mother at a young age, the cultural challenges she faced, and how these experiences shaped her identit…
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"It's a Good Time to Consider Renunciation" with Jenn Lozano and Neal Lozano
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In this episode, Jenn hosts Neal as they discuss the reasons why Renunciation, the Third Key of Unbound, is so important. So you're following Jesus, and there's something in your life that doesn't belong to you and in that relationship you have with Him. Well, it's a good time to consider renunciation! Renunciation means that, in the name of Jesus,…
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Ep. 28: Thriving After Loss an Interview with JoBeth Evans
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In this episode of Reflections of the Father's Heart, Sandi Derby interviews JoBeth Evans, a Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist. JoBeth shares her personal journey through grief after the loss of her husband to brain cancer, discussing the profound impact of grief on her life and the lives of those around her. She emphasizes the importance …
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The Beauty of Unbound with Matt Lozano and Ron Riggins
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Hear the engaging story of Ron Riggins –family man, businessman, Unbound ministry team founder, Board member, and more! We hear of Ron’s faith background, meeting his wife Terry, and his prayer while watching the Pentagon burn on September 11th. His first introduction to Unbound was the change he saw in Terry after she attended an Unbound conferenc…
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Ep. 27: Breaking Free from Amish Control an interview with Dominic Wickey
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In this episode, Sandi Derby interviews Dominic Wickey, who shares his profound journey from growing up in an Amish community to finding healing and freedom in his faith. Dominic discusses the challenges of growing up in a controlled environment where he felt voiceless and neglected. He reflects on the impact of shame, classism, and the concept of …
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Freedom to Forgive with Neal Lozano and Jacqueline Harper
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Jacqueline hosts Neal in this intimate discussion on the topic of Forgiveness, the Second Key. As Christians, we can be quick to forgive but forgiveness is often a process for those deeper wounds and hurts. God has forgiven us through His Son and we receive His forgiveness by an expression of faith. Neal discusses the connection between our receivi…
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Ep. 26: Surrendering to God's Call an Interview with Andrew Aggrey
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In this episode of Reflections of the Father's Heart, Sandi Derby interviews Andrew Aggrey, a powerful man of God who shares his transformative journey from a life of anxiety and partying to a deep relationship with Jesus. Andrew discusses his early life in a Pentecostal home, the struggles he faced with anxiety, and his eventual surrender to Chris…
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Healing from Within: The Power of Repentance and Faith with Matt Lozano and Lisa Livezey
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What does repentance and faith look like in an Unbound session when past wounds might cause inner blindness? How can we go deeper in healing through this First Key of Unbound? In this episode, we review the foundational and foremost First Key: Repentance and Faith. Sometimes called “The Forgotten Key,” it can be easy to overlook within Unbound pray…
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Ep. 25: Understanding the Relationship Between Grief and Faith with Sandi Derby
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In this episode of Reflections of the Father's Heart, Sandi Derby explores the often misunderstood relationship between grief and faith. She emphasizes that grieving is a God-given process essential for navigating life's losses and that it is a misconception that faith requires the absence of emotional responses. Sandi discusses the importance of c…
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Season 4 Begins!! Matt and Jenn kick off our Open Doors podcast announcing the theme of Season Four: “Come and See!” Together they offer scriptures from the Apostle John’s writings that invite us to “Come and See” what the Lord is doing. Due to sin, the world we live in is dark. We can’t see in the dark, but Jesus’ life illuminates things for us. H…
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Ep. 24: The Journey to Self Love in Faith with Sandi Derby
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In this episode, Sandi Derby explores the often misunderstood concept of self-love within the context of faith. She discusses the importance of loving oneself as a precursor to loving others, emphasizing that true self-love is not narcissistic but rather a healthy recognition of one's worth. Sandi delves into biblical teachings, personal experience…
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Giving up or considering suicide - Download This Episode I am here to remind you The post Giving up or considering suicide? first appeared on Heart of the Father.By Carlo Merrick
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Ep. 23: A Deeper Testimony Satanic Ritual Abuse with Sandi Derby Part 2
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In this episode, Sandi Derby continues her testimony of her experience with satanic ritual abuse (SRA). She shares how she discovered her own history of SRA and the horrifying details of the rituals she endured as a child. Sandi emphasizes that SRA is more common than people realize and that it often operates under the guise of religion. She also d…
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Ep. 22: A Deeper Testimony Satanic Ritual Abuse with Sandi Derby Part 1
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In this episode, Sandi Derby shares her personal story of abuse and trauma, as well as her journey towards healing and finding God. She discusses the importance of facing suppressed memories and the dynamics of memory recall. Sandi also emphasizes the need for safe community and the power of truth in setting us free from bondage. She addresses the …
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Ep. 21: A Deep Understanding of the Heart an Interview with AmarAtma
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AmarAtma, a trained Grief Recovery Method Speciaist and Board Certified Chaplain, shares his journey of discovering and working with grief. He discusses the importance of recognizing tangible and intangible losses and the impact of unprocessed grief on the body. AmarAtma emphasizes the need for emotional processing and the connection between grief …
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Ep. 20: Growing Up Amish an Interview with Letty Wickey
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Letty Wickey shares her experience growing up in an Amish community and the abuse and control she witnessed. She describes the strict rules and expectations placed on women, the lack of education and understanding of the Bible, and the pervasive abuse within the community. Letty also discusses the shunning of ex-Amish individuals and the manipulati…
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Ep. 19: A Lighthouse in the Storm an Interview with Lisa Cynkin-Hardy
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In this episode of Reflections of the Father's Heart podcast, Sandi Derby interviews Lisa Cynkin-Hardy, the founder of The Lighthouse, a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources for young adults aging out of the foster care system. Lisa shares her personal journey growing up as a messianic Jew and the challenges she faced, includi…
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Ep. 18: A Powerful Testimony from Broken to God's Restoration an Interview with Jessyevell Aggrey
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Jessyevell Aggrey shares her powerful testimony of overcoming sexual abuse, rejection, and self-destructive behaviors. She opens up about the grooming and abuse she experienced as a child, the impact it had on her relationships and self-worth, and the cycle of seeking love through promiscuity. Jessyevell also discusses the importance of addressing …
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Ep. 17: Kingdom Social Media an Interview with Taylor Leys
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Taylor Leys, owner of Jesus on Every Screen, discusses the impact of social media on reaching people with the gospel and the need for the church to engage in this space. He highlights the prevalence of social media in the lives of young people and the negative influence it can have, such as increased rates of suicide and depression. Taylor emphasiz…
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Ep 16: How Being Strong Will Cost You an Interview with Ed Owens
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Ed Owens, Vice President of the Grief Recovery Institute, shares his personal journey of grief and the impact of compartmentalizing emotions. He discusses how his military and law enforcement training taught him to suppress emotions and the price he paid for not dealing with his losses. Ed emphasizes the importance of emotional availability and the…
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Ep 15: Healing After Religious or Spiritual Abuse an Interview with Curtis Reed
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In this episode, Sandi Derby and Curtis Reed discuss the damage caused by toxic religious environments and the importance of healing. They highlight how these environments can lead to a distorted view of God and the merging of the leader with God. They emphasize the need to separate God from the church and leadership and to focus on personal healin…
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Ep 14: The Church and Mental Health an Interview with Thomas Staub
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In this episode, Sandi Derby interviews Thomas Staub, an 18-year-old who wrote a thesis on how the church mishandles mental health. They discuss the issues of shame-based teachings, the rejection of psychology, and the lack of understanding and support for mental health in churches. Thomas emphasizes the importance of pastors being educated in psyc…
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Ep 13: The Beauty of Self Reflection and Trust an Interview with Cecy Frazier
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Cecy Frazier shares her journey from a challenging childhood to finding faith and navigating the complexities of religious communities. She discusses the impact of trauma, the struggle for self-love, and the dynamics of submission and suppression within religious circles. Her story sheds light on the journey of healing and self-discovery. The conve…
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Ep 12: God is Close to the Brokenhearted and Brings Victory to Pain an Interview with Jeff Nobert
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Jeff Nobert shares his journey of surrender, healing, and transformation through his experiences of business ownership, ministry involvement, childhood abuse, and marriage. His deep connection with God and the power of surrender are central themes in his story, revealing the transformative nature of faith and trust in God's plan. Jeff shares his jo…
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Ep 11: When Jesus Gives A Brand New Story an Interview with Philip Bloeser
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Philip Bloeser shares his childhood experiences growing up in a home with an alcoholic mother and a father who buried his pain. Despite the outward appearance of a normal life, Philip's home was filled with chaos, fights, and threats of significant loss. His mother's near-fatal car accident and subsequent addiction to alcohol and prescription pills…
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Ep. 10: The Depths of The Father's Heart an Interview with Jenna Winston
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In this conversation, Sandi Derby interviews Jenna Winston, a former prophetic deliverance pastor at Bethel, about her journey of healing and freedom. Jenna shares her traumatic childhood, struggles with addiction, and her encounter with Jesus that led to her transformation. She discusses the importance of understanding the Father's heart and the l…
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Ep 9: The Healing Power of God's Love an Interview with Karen Shaver
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Karen Shaver shares her journey of growing up in a dysfunctional home with a mentally ill mother and an abusive father. She discusses the impact of childhood trauma on her relationships and the cycle of abuse she found herself in. Karen describes her desperate search for peace and healing, including her experiences with therapy and her spiritual jo…
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Ep 8: Loving God with All Our Strength an Interview with Dr. David Diehl
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Dr. David Diehl, a chiropractor, discusses the importance of physical health in fulfilling one's purpose. He emphasizes the mind-body-spirit connection and the need to honor God with our bodies. Dr. Diehl explains the role of the nervous system in overall health and the importance of removing nerve interference through chiropractic care. He highlig…
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Professor for a Week! Unbound in Rome with Neal Lozano and Jacqueline Harper
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Jacqueline hosts Neal as he shares about speaking in Rome at the Course on the Ministry of Exorcism and Deliverance sponsored by the Sacerdos Institute. Neal presented a non-confrontational approach to deliverance, which is Unbound ministry, to 195 people from 46 countries worldwide. His talks were translated into four languages. “It was a very dif…
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Ep 7: Understanding Intangible Losses and the Impact of Belief with Thera Storm
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In this conversation, Sandi Derby interviews Thera Storm, a licensed clinical social worker and grief recovery specialist. Thera shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced as a military spouse living in different parts of the world. She discusses the cultural differences in self-description and the impact of identity on her career. Th…
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The Whole Universe Opened with Neal and Janet Lozano and Dr. Bohus Zivcak
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Neal and Janet connect with ministry friend Bohus Zivcak who prays Unbound in post-communist countries. Half his life was spent under communism and now he ministers among a people still struggling to live in freedom. Janet and Neal speak of Slovakia, hiking in the mountains with Bohus, and people’s openness while receiving personal freedom and then…
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Ep: 6 Partnering with God's Heart an Interview with Cody and Tirsha Thornbury
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Cody and Tirsha Thornbury, lead pastors of Limitless Church, share their journey of faith and the growth of their church. They discuss the unexpected expansion of Limitless Church, including the establishment of a farm and a homeschool hybrid school. They also recount how they met and the impact of their mentor, Kim Clement. Cody and Tirsha emphasi…
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It Started with an Invitation: Matt Lozano with Aaron Richards of Damascus Camps
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Got cabin fever? Meet Aaron Richards of Damascus Camps, whose serious case of cabin fervor ignites his mission to train and disciple year-round missionaries. Aaron and his wife, Monica, met as teens during their first summer of camp ministry and their five children have grown up spending every summer at camp. “A true encounter with Jesus leads us t…
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Ep 5: From Darkness to Power an interview with Zach and Vanessa LaFontaine
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Zach and Vanessa LaFontaine share their journey from a life of darkness and addiction to encountering God's love and transformation. They discuss their experiences with New Age and witchcraft, the struggles they faced in their relationship, and the powerful encounter with Jesus that led to their baptism and the infilling of the Holy Spirit. Through…
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Did Jesus die for everyone or just the predestined - Response podcast - Download This Episode Response to John Macarthur message – Did Jesus die for everyone or just the predestined. The post Did Jesus die for everyone or just the predestined – John Macarthur Response first appeared on Heart of the Father.…
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Freedom Behind Bars! With Neal Lozano, Dan Gahagan, and Pastor Jakob Kerlin
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Neal hosts the Open Doors podcast and shares a first for Unbound – prison ministry! Joining Neal are Dan Gahagan of Unbound Maryland and Jakob Kerlin, a pastor at Victory Church. Both were part of the Unbound team that recently ministered inside a Pennsylvania maximum-security prison. Invited there by the prison chaplain, it “felt like it was a div…
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Ep 4: The impact of Emotional Health interview with Seth Dahl
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In this conversation, Seth Dahl owner of Spirit Led Families, Grief Recovery Method Specialist@ and owner of Jesus on Every Screen shares his personal testimony and discusses the importance of emotional health in parenting. He emphasizes the impact of parental influence on a child's perception of God and the need for parents to model a healthy emot…
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Unbound Unveiled in UAE and Ukraine! Matt Lozano meets with Gosia Wojcik
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“This is where the real stuff happens,” says longtime Unbound partner and Polish interpreter, Gosia Wojcik. Gosia joins Matt in this informative episode that covers exciting ministry developments in United Arab Emirates and Ukraine! Hear Gosia’s Unbound story beginning with the “First-ever Unbound conference,” in Poland and how she interpreted for …
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Ep 3: A Church Kid's Journey an Interview with Austin Noll
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In this conversation, Austin Noll, author, podcast host and Grief Recovery Specialist discusses his experiences growing up in a fear-based church environment and the impact it had on his relationship with God. He shares how the church's control and shame-based practices affected his view of himself and God. Austin also highlights the lack of freedo…
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Free to Be Holy Book Study Week 4: No Amount of Willpower with Matt Lozano, Lisa Livezey, and Jacqueline Harper
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Author Matt Lozano talks with Lisa Livezey and host Jacqueline Harper. Tempted to jump out a window when it comes to holiness? In this final episode of our Free to Be Holy book study, the author himself speaks! We discuss Chapter Seven where Matt invites us to learn from his own mistakes. He shares his personal backstory of realizing he had believe…
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Ep2: Deconstructing with Curtis Reed
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Curtis Reed, an Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist and Transition Coach, shares his journey of healing and growth. He grew up in a broken home with addicted parents and experienced a toxic and dysfunctional environment. After hitting rock bottom, he found faith and joined a church community that initially provided support and transformation.…
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Free to Be Holy Book Study Week 3: He’s Right Here with Jenn and Neal Lozano and Lisa Livezey
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He’s Right Here!! Jenn hosts Neal and Lisa for a distinctive discussion during Week Three of our Free to Be Holy book study. Free to Be Holy means being “free to walk in holiness,” says Neal and “free to grow in holiness,” adds Lisa. One reason we fail is because we aren’t free. Hear Neal’s story about a prayer recipient exclaiming at The Father’s …
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In this conversation, Sandi shares her personal journey of encountering the Father's heart and the transformative power of His love. She discusses her background of abuse and addiction, and how God intervened in her life. Sandi emphasizes the importance of healing and sanctification in the Christian journey, and the need to reflect the Father's hea…
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Free to Be Holy Book Study Week 2: Excellently Accessible to Us with Jenn Lozano, Janet Lozano, and Jacqueline Harper
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“The J’s are in the house” this week as Jenn and Janet Lozano along with Jacqueline Harper sum up Chapters Three and Four of Matt Lozano’s book Free to Be Holy. “Reading Chapter 3 was like going into the throne room. I just encountered the Lord,” said Jenn. God is totally other – completely unique and excellent in every way. And yet He’s excellentl…
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Free to Be Holy Book Study Week 1: Reached Through Relationship with Jenn Lozano and Jacqueline Harper
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On this Holy Thursday, we begin studying Matt Lozano’s book Free to Be Holy. What is Holiness? The Hebrew word kadosh translates as “set apart, sacred, holy.” This applied to items used in the temple vessels and nothing made holy could be returned to ordinary service. Proper ritual allowed outward participation, but not interior restoration. Throug…
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Cloaked in the Moment: A Palm Sunday Reflection With Matt Lozano and Lisa Livezey
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As we approach Palm Sunday, Matt and Lisa discuss the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem from Mark 11: 1-10. See parallels to the crowning of King Solomon, who was placed on David’s mule and cloaks laid down. What was symbolized by laying down cloaks before Jesus? Zechariah 9 prophecies about the king entering on a colt. What might have been t…
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