Premise of the book
At some point in our lives, we have been inundated with an image of God inconsistent with what the early church knew and out of sync with the One that Christ came to reveal. We’ve inherited a “god of our imagination” from either clergy or culture (maybe both), or perhaps we’ve allowed various circumstances and situations to project an image onto God that, quite frankly, doesn’t belong. For this, we’ve suffered, thinking that God’s isolated, a bit fickle, and utterly unapproachable. This has went as far as supposing the Father is different than the Son.
However, we know this is not the Father that Jesus came to reveal, but came saying, “If you’ve seen me, you’ve see the Father.” This declaration took the world by storm and continues to awaken those who have eyes to see and ears to hear. Those who dare to jump into the vast ocean of the love of God.
Filled with personal story and biblical witness, this book will guide you into the astonishing goodness of the Father as revealed in Christ. With each chapter, the reader will be able to encounter dynamic truths such as:
We now have Christ’ relationship with the Father (not just a relationship).
What Jesus Christ experiences is now available for us to experience.
The astonishing revelation that we are his children; we are born from above.
We are born with original goodness.
The revelation of the Trinity and how it effects our daily lives.
The nature of the Father as relational.
Seeing the Father through the eyes of Jesus Christ.
Stewarding the mind of Christ.
The Father’s desire to share and include everything (all things are sacred).
What ones are saying about Fascinated
“This book is a must read for lay and clergy alike. It's one for the library—a great resource to have on hand for a deeper understanding of the Father's heart and our inclusion in all things (God).” —Tony
“If you’re looking for a book that helps you understand the Father that Jesus came to reveal, this is the one. From front to back, it truly reveals the heart of God. Get this book!” —Michelle
“Simply put, you won’t want to put this book down. You’ll want to read it again and again, just to be sure you’re absorbing these transformative truths. God is so very good, and that is made known on the grandest scale through the words deposited into Robby’s spirit as he put pen to paper. God is still speaking so eloquently through His creation, prophesying, inspiring, and changing lives for the better. Fascinated: Living in Awe of the Father is proof of that!” —Jennifer
“I really enjoyed this book. It’s personal. It’s excellent, insightful, thought-provoking and well-written. It’s full of life. This book tackles so many misconceptions about God, the Trinity, redemption and our purpose here…and it convincingly returns us to the roots of Christianity. I enjoyed Robby’s perspectives and respect his effort and scholarship.” —Brad
“It changed my heart, perspective, and life to learn about the goodness of God in ways I’d never been told before. To know I am his, he is mine and that he delights in me has captured my heart so intensely. Much of that learning came through Robby’s teachings, he lives what he teaches about the Father. He’s passionate, consumed and it shows. I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow, spiritually, through teachings such as this, and to give this beautiful truth away to others.” —Ryan
“Worth a read! Robby writes in a way that makes this book very easy to track along with. Go into this thing with an open mind, and be prepared for your preconceptions about Christianity to be challenged. Also, you will learn quite a bit of surprising information about the early church that orthodoxy has been attempting to silence for centuries. Give it a shot!” —Justin
“As it was expressed to me years ago, the #1 disease in the world, the one which causes all sickness, fighting, trauma, wars, and death, is the virus that is the Lack of knowing the Father. Robby Atwood has successfully written his latest book to competently confront our unawareness of our Father’s intense love of us so that we would be likewise captivated by the trinitarian union into which we have been brought. Read this book if you’re finding that your list of DOs and DON’Ts for spiritual comfort and rest leaves you exhausted, alone, and bored. Robby writes, ‘We didn’t believe God was love. We didn’t see that he was good and the unrelenting pursuer of the human race. We thought he was like other gods who only accepted us on the basis of what we could do or what we had to give (sacrifice). But the Father, in Christ, came to show us the fascinating truth of who and how he is! He came to blow the mind of the human race with the power of his unending, ever-pursuing love! Without the incarnation, we would’ve never believed the unrelenting, ever-pursuing love of the Father.’” —Jeremy
“I have enjoyed this book, revealing the Fathers love for us , removing the fear of not being good enough, revealing the lies of separation, lets the reader take a deep breath and being to enjoy the Awe and Wonder of a loving Father revealed in Jesus.” —James
“At the tip of the spear! There are pockets of fire beginning to burn around the planet. Robby captures the heart of this movement, the rumblings of a new reformation. A recapturing of the patristic church, a movement so orthodox it feels new. Great job!” —Kindle Customer
“This book is amazing, opens your heart to truth about the Father, His love for us is so unconditional. Enjoy all that the Father has for you as you read.” —Lynn
“I am so excited to get my hands on this book! Loving to understand our father more, to fall in love with him more!” —Kristen
“Fascinated by Robby Atwood is a game-changer for anyone seeking to experience God’s love in a fresh and transformative way. This isn’t just a book about theology; it’s a heart-expanding journey that challenges and reshapes what we think we know about sin, separation, and our connection with God. Robby has an incredible way of breaking down complex ideas into powerful, relatable truths that feel both profound and deeply personal. One of the most inspiring aspects of Fascinated is its focus on God’s original design and the concept of “original goodness.” Robby beautifully reframes our understanding, inviting us to see ourselves through a lens of grace and divine purpose rather than guilt or separation. He shows that God is not distant or waiting to judge us, but instead, is a loving Father who longs to draw us close, fascinate us with His presence, and share an unbreakable bond. It’s a message that will lift the spirits of anyone who has ever felt distant from God or unworthy of His love. The book doesn’t shy away from rethinking traditional doctrines, but Robby approaches these ideas with gentleness and clarity, making it easy to see God in a new light. The exploration of Jesus as the “fascinated one”—living a life in constant awe and connection with the Father—is a perspective that leaves you in awe, too. This book invites readers to embrace the mystery and beauty of a God who is full of love, grace, and joy. If you’re looking to deepen your understanding of God’s heart, or if you’re curious about a fresh take on faith and spirituality, Fascinated is an absolute must-read. I highly recommend this book to anyone who desires a closer relationship with God and is open to experiencing faith with renewed wonder. Whether you’re a long-time believer or someone seeking spiritual answers, Fascinated will inspire, challenge, and leave you feeling profoundly loved.” —Chris