ENDORSEMENTS
The man is the message. If ever this were true, it would be true of Leif Hetland and The Love Awakening. Ive had the unusual privilege of watching the formation of both. And yet calling it a privilege is an awkward understatement, as it feels like I was given a backstage pass to the greatest show on earththe transformational love of God on display in and through one surrendered person: my friend Leif Hetland. Ive seen it firsthand in the pulpit, watched the impact of the man and the message all over the world, and even tasted of it in my home as we fellowshipped together. And Im excited to say, I now see it in print. This book that you now hold in your hands has the potential to impart to each reader the lens through which Jesus sees the world, the lens called the Fathers love. Seeing everything through His love changes life as we know it! The brilliant insights, the moving stories, and the humility with which this writer writes are sure to draw you, the reader, into your own transformational journey with the Fathers love.
B ILL J OHNSON
Pastor, Bethel Church, Redding, California
Author of The Way of Life and Born for Significance
Leif writes with warmth about the seeds of Heavens Kingdom, each one planted in a human heart so that we might grow up into the fullness of Christ (Ephesians. 4:13). To nurture this promise in ourselves is to be compelled by loveto labor with joy, to bear fruit, to give ourselves away so that the grace lavished on us may multiply into the life of Gods family on earth. For many years we have honored Leif for his wisdom, compassion, and great courage in bringing the Gospel to places where discipleship may come at extraordinary cost. Where he has witnessed suffering, we have mourned with him, as he has surely mourned with us. But all the more we share an overwhelming hope and comfort beyond words. Let his book shine a bright light on that hope, the harvest for which we are called together, the renewal of creation springing forth from the same everlasting love that God bears for you here and now, yesterday and forever.
H EIDI G. B AKER , P H D
Co-founder and President, Iris Global
Leif Hetlands new book, The Love Awakening, roots the believer, whether new or established, in an important foundational truth: the love of God experienced in our lives. I agree strongly with the need for a baptism of love. When I pray for people to be filled with the Holy Spirit, I pray for them to be baptized both in power and in love. Leif has taught in my schools of healing and impartation for many years where he has brought this message of love in powerful ways. He is an excellent communicator. Leif is called the ambassador of love in his work with Muslims in Middle Eastern countries. His insights into the ministry of love and the importance of looking up to God, looking inside our hearts, and looking out to the world are solid discipleship principles. I love his amazing stories that illustrate his teaching on love. Buy and read The Love Awakening and have any possible love deficits met as you gain faith to receive more of the love of God.
R ANDY C LARK , DD, DM IN , T HD , MD IV , BS
Overseer of the Apostolic Network of Global Awakening
President of Global Awakening Theological Seminary
I couldnt be more excited about a book than I am this one. When was the last time you read a book on love? Why are there so few books on love? The greatest deficiency in our faith today is between how we live and love and the greatest commandment. Thank you, Leif, for writing this.
Please read this book slowly and reflectively. Be baptized in love and love radically.
B OB R OBERTS
Founder, GlocalNet and Northwood Church
Author
Leifs insights and teachings are a tremendous gift to the Body of Christ. Two of his previous books, Healing the Orphan Spirit and Called to Reign, have delivered to me some of the most impactful teachings that have changed the way I lead myself and others. In his latest book, The Love Awakening: Living Immersed in the Supernatural Love of God, he continues to unfold the answers to living a life of sonship/daughter-ship through a baptism of Gods love. If you are reading this endorsement, please do not wait any longer to open this book and dive into the rich truth you will find in it. I know it will impact you the way that it has impacted me.
D R . J ON C HASTEEN
President, The Kings University and Seminary
Lead Pastor, Victory Church, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Jesus taught that there were two great commandments and they had one thing in common: LOVE! This is the vital and core message of the Gospel. Paul taught in First Corinthians 13 that if we dont have love, we have nothing, we are nothing, and it profits nothing, outlining that love is the foundation for all we are and do in our journey of faith. Leif Hetland is a true ambassador of love who has transformed people, tribes, and nations by walking in this one Kingdom mandate. The Love Awakening will call you to join Gods company of love ambassadors. This is a must-read and a book that should be on every believers bookshelf.
P ATRICIA K ING
Author, Minister, Media Producer and Host
This book contains the core message of my friend Leif Hetland, known around the world as the ambassador (or apostle) of love! His profound insights are conveyed in simple language with powerful stories and illustrations that have the potential to radically transform individuals and communities. I highly recommend this book!
D R . J OSEPH M ATTERA
National Convener of the United States
Coalition of Apostolic Leaders
Love is more than our duty; it is our destiny! Leif Hetland has given us such incredible insights into Gods love and how it shapes us and forms our true identity before the Father. You will enjoy reading firsthand accounts of how Gods love has rocked the nations of the earth. Leif is truly the ambassador of love. I know no one more qualified to write The Love Awakening: Living Immersed in the Supernatural Love of God! As you read this book, you will feel the very Love who stepped out of eternity step into your heart. It will change you and awaken you! The love of God will cascade over your thirsty soul as you read each chapter. Be sure to get two copies of this book, one for yourself and one for a friend. Believe me, they will thank you for it!
B RIAN S IMMONS
Passion & Fire Ministries
The Love Awakening is a journey into the transformative, supernatural love of God. Leifs experiential immersion in Abbas love has profoundly impacted our lives and the lives of countless others around the world. You will be deeply stirred by this timely message as your course is shifted directly into Love Himself!
A LBERTO AND K IMBERLY R IVERA
I have known Leif for more than twenty years; I have worked with him and observed his ever-increasing desire to walk in the Kingdom of God and model agape love in every aspect of his life. If anyone can write about living immersed in the supernatural love of God, its Leif Hetland. I highly recommend reading this book to receive your own personal insights into the depths of Gods love. Be prepared to be Kingdom inspired, informed, challenged, and blessed!
F RIEDE T AYLOR
Author of From Hitlers Germany to the Cross of Christ and Beyond
I have the deepest regard for Leif Hetland. He lives what he preaches, and he exudes the triune life as he walks in the love of the triune God. His heart of compassion has moved me time and again to realize there are no dark places in our souls or on the planet that love cannot reach. I am persuaded that in this hour we need to cultivate afresh our contemplation of the love of the triune God as revealed in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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