Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
Dirty Little Secret of Institutionalism
Dirty Little Secret of Institutionalism
Dirty Little Secret of Institutionalism
Monday 3rd March 2025
Rick Peterson challenges institutional Christianity, urging believers to seek true spiritual transformation and authentic fellowship.
26 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Institutional Christianity has strayed from its New Testament roots.
- God's primary purpose is for believers to become more like Jesus.
- Modern churches often focus on attendance rather than true discipleship.
- Believers are encouraged to seek authentic fellowship that fosters spiritual growth.
- True Christianity involves transformation, not just participation.
The one thing necessary in the Christian life is for you to become more like Jesus.
Rick Peterson takes you on a journey through the history and implications of institutional Christianity in this thought-provoking episode of Encounter Recovery Ministries. The episode, titled 'Dirty Little Secret of Institutionalism', delves into how the church's structure has strayed from its original New Testament purpose since the fourth century.
Peterson passionately argues that the institutional church, established under Constantine and perpetuated by the reformers, has led to a passive form of Christianity that focuses more on attendance and compliance than on true spiritual transformation. He urges believers to seek fellowship that genuinely supports their growth into the image of Christ, as intended by God. Using Romans 8:28 and Ephesians 4 as foundational scriptures, Peterson emphasises that God's primary purpose for Christians is to become more like Jesus.
He critiques the modern church's tendency to create 'church-goers' rather than disciples, highlighting how this approach leaves many with a fruitless Christian experience. The episode is a call to action for believers to reassess their spiritual journeys and seek communities that foster genuine growth and transformation. Peterson's passionate delivery is both challenging and encouraging, pushing listeners to reconsider their relationship with institutional church systems. His message is clear: true Christianity is about transformation, not mere attendance.
By the end of the episode, you'll be inspired to seek a deeper, more authentic faith experience. So, if you're feeling stuck in your spiritual journey or questioning the effectiveness of your church experience, this episode offers a compelling perspective that might just change your outlook. Are you ready to embrace a more transformative faith?