The view you have of God will directly influence the quality of life you will live as a Christian. God will never be real to you until you have a healthy visual concept of Him as He really is.
I purchased this book after hearing Arthur speak at a conference in SD back in July. The conference was my introduction to the grace gospel, and as a life-long Christian the truth I learned there has been nothing short of miraculous. Arthur's book has been a great help to me on my journey as I continue to believe that my heavenly Father loves me and approves of me just as I am, thanks to Jesus. Once we begin to look at scripture through this lens, it is obvious what our Abba Father wants us to know and believe. I'm sure the one-star ratings here are from those stuck in religiosity who are not yet ready to live free and happy in Christ Jesus. We all have our personal journey... I'm blessed and happy to say that this book has been instrumental in changing mine for the better. For those interested I would also recommend reading any Connie Witter book, especially The Greatest Love Story Ever Told.
What a refreshing freeing exploration of God - so much lovelier than we have dared to believe. Thank you Arthur for sharing your walk into true intimacy so powerfully, scripturally, and authentically!!
Wonderful teaching on the relationship Gods the Father wants worth you; Jesus Christ as an example of that relationship—if you know Jesus, you know the Father and vice-versa. God the loving Father!