The lack
Timothy, 22 years old, grew up without father. Earlier in his childhood his parents got separated because his dad was into drugs. His mother was left alone to raise him and his brother. He never experienced the guidance, impact and protection of a father. He never even experienced his dad spending a night with them. Timothy developed anger, hatred and bitterness towards his dad because he did not take his responsibility as a father nor as a husband to his mom. All of this led Timothy to drug addiction and later on, he was caught by the police for drug possession ...
Abba, Father!
He was imprisoned but was bailed out and decided to come to Set Free Center. Timothy found rest, hope and love in Jesus. He encountered Abba Father ... Then one Sunday, his dad surprisingly came to visit him. Timothy was so amazed to realize that all the anger and bitterness were gone. It was replaced by excitement! »When I saw my dad and talked to him, it was really amazing to discover for myself that the love of God taught me to love my dad, even though he abandoned us.«
Timothy is soon finishing the one-year rehab program at the Set Free Center. He has grown to trust God and that Abba Father is his identity. We can see a greater boldness in him to share and face people.