Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
Disciples Serve One Another
Disciples Serve One Another
Disciples Serve One Another
Wednesday 26th March 2025
Rick Peterson challenges church hierarchies and emphasises serving one another as true disciples of Jesus in this engaging episode.
5 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Disciples should serve one another rather than seek to be served.
- Wealth, status, and power are not aligned with Jesus' teachings.
- Traditional church hierarchies can be unbiblical and destructive.
- Pastors do not hold special authority over their congregations.
- True discipleship involves following Jesus' example of servanthood.
It is not this way among you. But whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant.
In this episode of Encounter Recovery Ministries, Rick Peterson passionately addresses the importance of disciples serving one another, following the example set by Jesus. He challenges the common belief within many churches that pastors hold special authority over their congregations. Peterson emphasises that wealth, status, and power are not the paths for true disciples of Jesus. Instead, he encourages a community where everyone is equal and serves each other selflessly.
Drawing from the story of the mother of the sons of Zebedee in Matthew chapter 20, Peterson illustrates how Jesus rejected the pursuit of status and power among his disciples. The episode is a compelling call to rethink traditional church hierarchies and embrace a model of servanthood. It's a thought-provoking discussion that will resonate with anyone interested in living a life more aligned with Jesus' teachings.