Holy Week: Reflecting on Judgment and Salvation
This Holy Week, pause and consider what side of the fence you're on. Salvation is in a person, the person of our lord and savior, and only king, Jesus Christ, amen.
Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week, a time often filled with religious traditions and celebrations. However, in this episode of Encounter Recovery Ministries, Rick Peterson challenges listeners to look beyond the surface. He dives into the judgment that King Jesus brought upon the fruitless religious system of His time and warns of similar judgments awaiting today's systems. Peterson starts by reflecting on Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, fulfilling ancient prophecies and signaling the beginning of Holy Week.
But instead of focusing on the festive aspects, he emphasizes that this week is about both salvation and judgment. He argues that many modern religious practices, regardless of denomination, have strayed from true Christianity and become man-made systems that oppose Christ. These systems may appear devout during Holy Week, but they are, in fact, apostate structures mocking Christ. Peterson calls on listeners to examine their own faith and decide whether they stand with Christ or with these hollow systems.
He stresses that salvation is found in Jesus Christ alone and urges believers to mature in their faith and be equipped for ministry. The episode wraps up with a poignant reminder of Jesus' sacrifice outside the city gates to sanctify His people through His blood. Peterson's message is clear: consider where you stand, heed the warning of judgment, and embrace the salvation offered by Christ.