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Open Doors: Conversations with Heart of the Father

English, Religion, 3 seasons, 111 episodes, 2 days, 8 hours, 12 minutes
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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. Join us for stories, insights, reflections, and prayer as we seek Him together! Learn more at www.heartofthefather.com. Music by Christian Harper. Artwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S.
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The King of the Universe Counts the Hairs on Our Head with Neal Lozano and Jacqueline Harper

Are you going deeper this Lent?Join Neal and Jacqueline as they reflect on the liturgical readings for this coming Sunday.You'll be blessed as they discuss many beautiful themes, beginning with a word on testing. The first reading is from Genesis chapter 22.  Sometimes we complain about the testing we are going through.  Yet, here Abraham is asked to do what God the Father would do.Such an amazing story of faith. Neal and Jacqueline converse about Abraham and more including life's purpose,  the uniqueness of our destiny, and knowing who we are as sons and daughters of our Heavenly Father. You will want to listen over and over again.Find Matt's book Free to Be HolyUse code FREE2B for 20% off of Free to Be Holy through Holy Thursday, March 28.See our upcoming eventsRelease: February 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary StrohmProduction by Jacqueline Harper
2/22/202425 minutes, 13 seconds
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Lenten Insights: A Promise, A Family, A Sign with Jenn Lozano and Lisa Livezey

Jenn and Lisa kick off our Lenten series!Join us as Lent begins, talking about God’s covenant in Genesis 9: 8-15.We start with the theme of light in the Scriptures. Light bursts from darkness in creation, the post-flood prism of light is the rainbow, and Jesus comes as the Light of the World.A covenant offers three aspects: a promise, a family, and a sign and each relates to these “light” moments in Scripture.PROMISE: At Creation, consequences are promised if eating the forbidden fruit. After the flood, God promises never to flood to world again. Jesus offered promises such as eternal life, the Holy Spirit, and the sharing in His sufferings.FAMILY: The Creation family was Adam and Eve. Noah’s family was saved at the flood. With Jesus, we have the family of Christ. Jenn reminds us that Jesus’ invitation is for all people.SIGN: A sign is the Holy Spirit being present at each event. The Spirit of God hovered over the waters at Creation, the dove of the Holy Spirit brought an olive branch to Noah, and the descent of the Dove at Jesus’ baptism.Don’t miss Lisa’s story about seeing a literal “sign from God.”This episode is a treasure – a spiritual pot of gold surrounding God’s rainbow of hope.Find Matt's book Free to Be HolySee our upcoming eventsRelease: February 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary StrohmProduction by Henry Aquino
2/15/202424 minutes, 3 seconds
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Like Heart Surgery: ¡Liberado en México! with Matt Lozano and Gilbert Rodriguez

Join Matt Lozano and Gilbert Rodriguez as they share details from the Freedom In Christ conference held in San Juan, Mexico, last summer.Gilbert is Associate Director of Adult Faith Formation in the New York Archdiocese and has extensive ministry experience. He helps run Freedom in Christ conferences in Spanish. Gilbert tells of first benefitting from Unbound ministry in 2012 and how he was set free from fear. He continued on to make major life decisions, including a marriage proposal!We hear Matt extol the hospitality of the Mexican people and the goodness of heart he witnessed there, saying, “The Father’s blessing is imbedded in them.”Stories are shared about individuals set free through Unbound prayer with joy, even to the point of abounding laughter! Gilbert relates a funny memory involving caramel at a Cathedral and Matt follows up with a tale about a stolen Rolex watch. We even learn of a skeptical priest who was won over, saying the Unbound session he witnessed was “like heart surgery!”This encouraging episode reminds us that Unbound ministry is growing amidst our southern neighbors in Mexico. Listen and enjoy!Release: February 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary StrohmProduction by Jacqueline Harper
2/8/202418 minutes, 29 seconds
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Heaven in Room 107: Dr. Scott Hahn Talks Holiness with Matt Lozano

“We want to be saints, not celebrities!”In this meaty episode, we hear from popular author and theologian Dr. ScottHahn, founder and president of the Saint Paul Center for Biblical Theology.Dr. Hahn chronicles his personal understanding of holiness beginning with hisearliest experiences as a juvenile delinquent and how he discoveredscripture and encountered Christ on a Young Life retreat. Hear then how Dr.Hahn’s presence at Dr. R.C. Sproul’s Bible studies shaped his approachtowards God.Holiness became a topic of primary interest culminating in Dr. Hahn’s book,Holy is His Name: The Transforming Power of God’s Holiness in Scripturewhich represents years of research and biblical study, but also draws one tothe cross. “We are free to be holy, and we are only truly fully holy when weare freed,” he states.Learn what Dr. Hahn considers to be the job description of a theologian andhear his comparison between holiness and righteousness.This deep discussion mentions Greek words like “caritas agape” andindividuals like Augustine, Aquinas, King Uzziah, and the prophet Isaiah. You’ll find out why Dr. Hahn considers his book, Holy is His Name, and Matt’sbook, Free to Be Holy a “one-two combination.”The episode concludes with Dr. Hahn sharing what he believes to be a sliceof Heaven on Earth.You won’t want to miss this deep discussion on a topic relevant to allChristians.Release: February 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary StrohmProduction by Henry Aquino
2/1/202443 minutes, 22 seconds
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On the Mysterious Edge: Understanding Angels with Msgr. Brian Bransfield and Matt Lozano

Do you ever think about angels or just wonder about divine mysteries? In this fascinating episode, we hear from Msgr. Brian Bransfield who served as the General Secretary of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops from 2015 to 2020.  He's a priest in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, has his doctorate in moral theology,  and is the author of many books including his recent Angels: OurGuardians in Spiritual Battle, which he describes as “a user-friendly, easy toread map” that can help us see where the angels lead us.Msgr. Bransfield tells of first meeting angels as a child and continues with anexploration of the role angels play in our lives, their power, and what theirinvisibility suggests to us.We learn what angels aren’t - ghosts, phantoms, fiction - and what they are- real, personal beings, created by God who are present to assist us.“The holy angels always begin something in us and they beckon us farther andthey serve as our guardian,” states Msgr. Bransfield. He lists the threecommon misconceptions regarding angels and how misguided expectationscan place a burden upon us.Jesus was ministered to by angels when he hit rock bottom and we can besure that God has given us these special helpers as well to challenge, coach,protect and help us to follow the light of Jesus.Don’t wing it in your assumptions about angels. Listen and understand thethe reality of these unseen beings.Find Msgr. Bransfield's book  Angels: Our Guardians in Spiritual BattleMeet us in AustinJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: January 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary StrohmProduction by Henry Aquino
1/25/202436 minutes, 55 seconds
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Breaking Barriers: 20 Years of Unbound Part II with Neal, Janet, and Jenn Lozano

“And then the beginnings of Unbound began!!”Get ready for this exciting second part of Neal and Janet’s story about the beginnings of Unbound. Hear how God used a prophetic word spoken over Neal to help him find someone’s name in his Rolodex!Neal shares of the exciting 30-Day Renewal and Reconciliation event that brought people from various ethnicities, cultures, and denominations together. Janet expounds, saying, “This is what the church is supposed to be!”Hearing more teachings on deliverance helps Neal refine the pattern of prayer he had already been developing when ministering to people.From there, we go to Poland where Neal leads a conference and sees extraordinary results when applying this specific prayer pattern. Neal receives prophetic words about being a father to people, even to the soles of his sandals!Upon return to the States, Neal hears the same question from two different sources, “When are you going to write your book?” Neal describes what he pictured as he wrote and prayed.You won’t want to miss this second episode celebrating the Platinum Anniversary of Unbound!Meet us in Austin Join us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: January 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm
1/18/202426 minutes, 16 seconds
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Surprising and Unexpected: Celebrating 20 Years of Unbound with Neal, Janet, and Jenn Lozano

In this sweet episode, Neal and Janet describe their individual spiritual journeys in the early years leading up to Unbound. They tell of specific people and places where they experienced God’s call on each of their lives.Neal reveals what event caused him to begin searching for spiritual answers and how the prayer of his cousin Fr. Mike Scanlan was later followed by his own sincere prayer and how he experienced God’s loving presence.Janet shares her story of being invited to a prayer group in college, responding to God, and finding Christian community in the process.Neal and Janet continue their story together, sharing what inspired them to begin living in community with other Christians. After some years, Neal sought God amidst the ups-and-downs and shared the moment when God melted his heart allowing him to identify unexpectedly with the prodigal son’s older brother.Hear how Janet received a surprising prophetic word that seemed strange and random but has indeed proven true.In the end, we discover who the mystery person was who invited Janet to her first prayer group meeting!Join us in the first of two episodes with our beloved Neal and Janet Lozano hosted by Jenn Lozano.Meet us in Austin  Join us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: January 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm
1/11/202427 minutes, 10 seconds
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A Not So Ordinary Hope with Jenn Lozano and Terry Riggins

To kick off the New Year, we thought it would be a great time to discuss hope. Since the beginning of a New Year often is a time filled with hope,  joining Jenn today is a friend who is infectious in her hope and her fervor for the Lord. With the grace of God and inspired by the love of Christ, Terry Riggins has been on evangelistic trips all around the world, most notably to the underground church in China.  She worked with the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia as coordinator of Deliverance Ministry, bringing Unbound Ministry to the diocese, as well as served as liaison for the Charismatic Renewal for 10 years until her recent retirement.Some of the highlights of this episode:"If God wants me to do it, He's going to equip me. So that was the trajectory that Unbound just completely changed. Because then, here I became the person who received every phone call from everybody in the diocese that wanted deliverance. And I had to evangelize them, catechize them, love them, talk to them, just be there for them, as well as present their case to the team and figure out what approach we were going to take with those individuals.And 90 percent of the time it was Unbound prayer. And we prayed with folks and we trained teams. Heart of the Father came down to help me train teams and  I would train teams on my own. We prayed with thousands of people and we never got a complaint to the Bishop about unbound prayer ever. That's awesome. Isn't that amazing?Yes. It's amazing when we open ourselves up to God and allow Him to come in and remove those obstacles. That's what He can set us up to do! "Listen to more wonderful stories as Terry shares about her mission trips to the underground church in China, walking through cancer,  and more. Guaranteed, you will not be the same after this episode!Join us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: January 2024Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm
1/4/202429 minutes, 43 seconds
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Deliverance is Coming! with Matt and Jenn Lozano and Jacqueline Harper

Amid your Advent busyness, take some time for joy and reflection with Heart of the Father Ministries!Jenn hosts Matt and Jacqueline in this final podcast of our Advent series. Scripture Luke 1:26-38In this episode, Matt reflects on how God shows up and delivers Israel at a very low point. We learn how Miriam and Leah in the Old Testament relate to Mary and Elisabeth in the New Testament.In barrenness we say to ourselves, “I dreamed my life would be this and now it’s this.” And yet the barrenness can turn into conception because nothing is impossible with God.The legacy of sin is shown in Rachel weeping for her children because they are no more. We cry out, “How long oh Lord, how long?” We wait for the tears to be overtaken with joy. We long for that great reversal, that our mouths will be filled with laughter again. There is a profound connection between Eve and the Virgin Mary—how Eve’s disobedience brought death and Mary’s obedience brought life.We may not know how our barrenness will be taken away, but we can give God our ‘yes’ and our obedience as we wait for God and look with eyes of faith as Mary did.Listen and have hope that whatever barrenness you’re experiencing, the promise of Jesus is an overflowing cup and His promises will be fulfilled. Support our mission and donate today to our annual appeal- Dream and ExpectJoin us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: December 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
12/21/202325 minutes, 34 seconds
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He Will Do It! Drawing Near While Waiting with Jacqueline Harper, Jenn Lozano, and Lisa Livezey

Looking for a way to find joy amid the hustle and bustle of the Advent season? Meet Heart of the Father’s newest servant team member, Lisa Livezey as Jacqueline hosts this second episode in our Advent series. Jacqueline references Gaudete Sunday, from the liturgical calendar, meaning joy and signified by the Advent wreath’s pink candle.We read I Thessalonians 5:16-24, which begins with “Rejoice always” and ends with “The one who calls you is faithful and He will also accomplish it.”The work of God can be compared to the life cycles of a garden, encouraging us that even in the dormant season God is active. As we draw near to God, He meets us and initiates growth.The Lord prepared a way for us to draw near to Him. We can rest, knowing the work was done by Jesus on the cross and we can trust Him with the plan. He is faithful, even when we don’t understand what He is doing.Be challenged to approach Christ this season while awaiting the celebration of His coming at Christmas.Support our mission and donate today to our annual appeal- Dream and ExpectJoin us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferences in 2024Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: December 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
12/14/202318 minutes, 52 seconds
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His Arrival and Presence Changed Everything with Jenn Lozano, Neal Lozano, and Jacqueline Harper

Jenn hosts Neal and Jacqueline as the Open Doors Advent series begins. The text is Isaiah 40:3-5 with Neal reflecting on the richness and beauty of Advent and the meaning of the Latin word Adventus.Hear Neal’s favorite definition of faith and a lively discussion surrounding the Advent themes of Preparation and Promise with Jenn relating these to having company over and Jacqueline likening them to an ongoing construction project. The first Advent candle stands for hope and Neal talks about the prophet Simeon’s example of waiting, preparation, and prophecy. Listen to real-life examples surrounding waiting and anticipation, including Neal’s story of losing his wedding ring!Advent is a season of encounter not only surrounding Jesus’ birth, but a present everyday encounter through the Holy Spirit. Begin your Advent season with this encouraging episode and remember His arrival and presence changed everything!Find Unbound and Abba's HeartListen to Evidence by Josh BaldwinJoin us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today to our annual appeal!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: December 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
12/7/202328 minutes, 48 seconds
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Love Interrupted My Life: Matt and Jenn Host Sister Miriam James Heidland SOLT

In this episode Matt and Jenn speak with Sister Miriam Heidland, former Division One college athlete whose life was revolutionized by encountering the love of Christ, resulting in her entering the Society of the Most Holy Trinity in 1998.Sister Miriam shares her story of growing up Catholic, falling away in college, her history of trauma, brokenness, addiction and how God sent a Catholic priest who loved Jesus into her life. Matt, Jenn and Sister Miriam reveal individual moments where they saw the Gospel lived in everyday life by those around them. Sister Miriam saw it in the priest who mentored her, Matt saw it in his friends at school, and Jenn sees it in the Unbound “family” around the world.The trio then discuss how Satan targets our deepest areas of shame and ruptured love. Sister Miriam heralds the healing power of love, the mystery of why God allows some things to happen, and how Christ can make beauty from ashes.Sister Miriam voices God’s kindness in the areas from which she’s been healed: addiction, depression, and an auto-immune disease that is in remission. She offers to the Lord a chronic ankle injury from which she has yet to experience healing. For fun, Sister Miriam, Matt, and Jenn each tell of a favorite place to which they’ve traveled. Then Sister Miriam closes with a prayer, asking Jesus to have His love meet us where we most need it and asks the Lord to set our hearts on fire. Listen to hear about the transforming power of Christ’s love.Learn more about Sister Miriam James Heidland here.Find Sister Miriam's Abiding Together podcast here. Find Unbound and Abba's Heart. Join us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today to our annual appeal!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: November 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
11/30/202333 minutes, 23 seconds
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Restoring a Thankful Heart with Neal Lozano and Jacqueline Harper

 With the American Thanksgiving holiday coming up next week, we thought this would be a great time to talk about gratitude. We love our Thanksgiving tradition , but the heart behind it is really taking time to be grateful and to express our thanksgiving to the Lord.Have you ever considered that gratitude is a profound response to God's love and goodness? Join us as  Neal and Jacqueline reflect on significant experiences of giving thanks. Neal mentions  1 Thessalonians 5, highlighting that it is God's will we express thanks in all circumstances.Neal and Jacqueline touch on several other scriptural passages:  Psalm 136:1-3Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.His love endures forever.Give thanks to the God of gods.His love endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords:His love endures forever.Give thanks in all circumstances. It's at the heart of our personal relationship with Him.Neal then offers suggestions for ways that we can grow in that act, in that discipline of giving thanks. Psalm 50: 23The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me; to one who orders His way rightly I will show the salvation of God! Colossians 3:17And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Philippians 4:6Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.God's word makes it super clear that a thanksful heart is a heart that pleases Him. Listen today and have your thankful heart restored.Find Unbound and Abba's Heart. Join us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: November 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
11/16/202327 minutes, 21 seconds
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Rediscovering God's Freedom with Matt Lozano and Fr. Dave Pivonka TOR

In this episode, Matt interviews Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, President of Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio, who speaks forthrightly about seeing God’s freedom at work in the students and really all of God's people.In the context of discussing freedom in Christ, Fr. Dave tells the story that led Franciscan University to offer new students free tuition for a semester. He and Matt discuss how unexpected ideas from the Lord require discernment and stepping out in faith!We learn that freedom is a constant theme throughout the scriptures and how God always invites us back, even after we have compromised that freedom.Fr. Dave teaches how “freedom from” something leads to “freedom for” a new future. He describes what freedom looks like, his inspiration by students who come from difficult situations into beautiful faith, and gives poignant examples of people allowing their suffering to count for the kingdom.Be drawn into deeper freedom in your own life, and learn to walk in  the spirit through a more personal encounter with the Lord, reclaiming the kingdom of God in your heart.Join us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: November 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
11/9/202330 minutes, 45 seconds
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Compassionate Listening with Jenn Lozano and Ann Stevens

In this episode, Jenn Lozano and board member Ann Stevens explore the art of listening in an Unbound session or simply to a friend or someone in need.Ann describes three overall ways one can respond when listening to hard things shared. Responses of fear or pride may be human responses, but God will give us grace to respond in humility, extending compassion to the individual receiving prayer. Join them as Ann shares the importance of taking personal time prior to an Unbound ministry session to seek the Lord and meditate, even briefly, on a passage from Matthew 7. She reminds us about the depth and unlimited nature of God’s forgiveness.There is the “small story,” and the “big story.” The small story being the details of a prayer recipient’s account and the big story of God’s power forgiveness and the ability to move into the bigger place of what God is doing.Ann speaks about the importance of staying present in the moment and being aware of one’s own body language so the recipient feels heard.The idea of redirecting within an Unbound session is discussed, with Jenn giving an example of a time when she was leading and a recipient withdrew because they felt unheard in the moment. Listening is an art and tips are provided to be compassionate without getting stuck rehashing the hard things someone has been through. Ann shares a personal example of a time that she received compassion during a therapy session and describes how the empathy shown by the therapist helped her feel heard in the moment. The biblical account of the disciples on the road to Emmaus is explored, showing how Jesus came alongside the disciples and, after listening to their story, helped draw them out of their small story into the bigger picture of what God was doing. Ann concludes with the reminder that as we remember God’s unlimited compassion and mercy for each of us personally, we can through the Holy Spirit not judge and can help a prayer recipient step into recognizing God’s big story. Find a great talk by Fr. Boniface Hicks that also teaches on listening.Join us at one of our Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: November 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
11/2/202324 minutes, 25 seconds
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From Grief to Grace: Transformative Journeys with Janet Lozano, Jenn Lozano, and Jacqueline Harper

In this  episode, Janet, Jenn, and Jacqueline offer a beautiful exploration of grief,  examining some of its deepest challenges.  As they share personal stories, you'll hear about the growth, grace, and gratitude that can emerge from loss.Join them as they look at Jesus and Mary for inspiration. In this conversation they also touch on the  importance of companionship and support in the grieving process, and discuss how giving God our grief can open us up to receive powerful blessings and tangible grace. Listen and be blessed.  Join us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferencesSupport our mission and donate today!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: October 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
10/26/202330 minutes, 5 seconds
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Invitation to Healing: Unpacking Trauma with Rachel Lozano, Jenn Lozano, and Jacqueline Harper

Join Rachel, Jenn, and Jacqueline as they dig deeper into the impacts of trauma and loss. Together, they explore how to identify specific instances of pain, opportunities for forgiveness, and the processing of grief. In this episode, we "piggyback" on last week's conversartion with traumatologist Margaret Vasquez. We hope our reflections, insights, and anecdotes will allow you to go deeper with the Lord in healing and freedom!You'll also learn how to better identify trauma in someone else, provide compassionate support to them, and create a safe space for someone to share their story. We know that it is Jesus who can heal all wounds, so as we lead people to Him amid their pain, we can have hope for healing.Listen and share with a friend! Psalm 91:4 He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.Open Doors listeners use opendoors15 for discount at our Philly ConferenceJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferences Check out Margaret's online workshop on Human & Spiritual Integration Nov 6-9. Spots are limited.Support our mission and donate today!Check out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: October 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
10/19/202330 minutes, 12 seconds
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Free to Be What I Am Made For: Overcoming Trauma with Rachel Lozano and Margaret Vasquez LPCC-S

Have you ever wondered why some of us get stuck, as in really stuck?Did you know that sometimes we are held back from living our best selves, the person we were made to be, by our past hurts and traumatic experiences?Back in the spring, our Heart of the Father team had the opportunity to attend a workshop on trauma informed care in ministry, hosted by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office of the New Evangelization.This two day workshop was led by the brilliant professional counselor and trauma therapist Margaret Vasquez, who shared her insight and depth of understanding on this complex subject in a way that was both accessible and hopeful. We know you'll be blessed by this conversation where Margaret  beautifully explains the shaping influences of our past experiences,  her own transformative journey, and her passion for human and spiritual integration.“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear." 1 John 4:18  Find Margaret's books and other resources:Human & Spiritual Integration Self-InventoryMore Than Words: The Freedom to Thrive After TraumaFearless: Life Through Infinite LoveWholeness and Holiness podcastSacred Heart MinistriesCheck out Margaret's online workshop on Human & Spiritual Integration Nov 6-9. Spots are limited. Support our mission and donate today!Open Doors listeners use opendoors15 for discount at our Philly ConferenceJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferencesCheck out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: October 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
10/12/202335 minutes, 39 seconds
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Fulfillment of Desire: Unbound in Cameroon with Matt Lozano and Miriam Wright

Join Matt as he and our dear friend Miriam Wright recount their recent mission to Cameroon in this episode packed with tales of faith, forgiveness, and freedom during their 9-day adventure. Miriam has been an active part of our ministry here at Heart of the Father as she travels around the globe with us, teaches several of our ecourses, leads an Unbound Ministry team, and serves on our board. Now she's  also fondly called "Mama Miriam" by her new Cameroonian friends!Walk with Matt and Miriam through the highs (and some lows) of this powerful mission. Hear about incredible moments of grace and power despite physical exhaustion, lost luggage, and even serious illness. God showed up! Be prepared to be moved!Support our mission and donate today!Open Doors listeners use opendoors15 for discount at our Philly ConferenceJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferencesCheck out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: October 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
10/5/202319 minutes, 32 seconds
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His Yoke is Easy: Giving God Our Burdens with Rachel and Janet Lozano

Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Ever want to fix a problem for someone else and struggle to know what is yours and not yours to carry? Sometimes, life can seem like a never-ending battle, and it's tough to remember to give God our burdens, even the struggles of our friends and family members, instead of trying to deal with them on our own. In this episode, Janet joins Rachel and lends her wisdom on surrendering and giving our grief to the Lord as they recognize that in surrendering, we can discover a peace that goes beyond our understanding."He bore His burdens alone so we wouldn't have to." Be encouraged as they share personal experiences and walk you through practical ways to let go. Listen in and be comforted in your journey!Support our mission and donate today!Open Doors listeners use opendoors15 for discount at our Philly ConferenceJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferencesCheck out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: September 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
9/28/202337 minutes, 23 seconds
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Diving Deep into the Practice of Surrender with Matt and Jenn Lozano

Have you missed us? We are so excited to be back for Season 3 and can't wait for you to hear all the special episodes we've lined up for you!Today we kick off this season "Swinging for the Fences" as Matt and Jenn take a deep dive into the heart of surrender.Surrender, though often so challenging, is a central expression of faith to give the Lord our "Yes",  let go of the things that we tend to hold on to, and embrace Him as Lord. We're not just surrendering for the sake of ourselves; we're surrendering to God and for God and for His will and for His purposes.  It's for His sake."In order for Him to be our Savior, we have to stop trying to save ourselves.In order for Him to be our deliverer, we have to stop trying to deliver ourselves."Surrendering to God isn't a one-time act, but a daily process. Reflecting on their own walk with God, Matt and Jenn share personal stories and challenges, but reveal the truth that giving Him an open hand allows the Lord to satisfy our deepest desires! Discover how letting go can lead to a transformative spiritual renewal. Tune in and invite a friend! Philippians 2:5-8In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to His own advantage; rather, He made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!Support our mission and donate today!Open Doors listeners use opendoors15 for discount at our Philly ConferenceJoin us at one of our other Freedom in Christ conferencesCheck out Unbound and find other resourcesRelease: September 2023Music by Christian HarperArtwork by Rosemary Strohm at Command-S
9/21/202330 minutes, 35 seconds