Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Priest and Mediator
Jesus is your priest, just as he is your king and your prophet. We need no elevated clergy. We don't need clergy people telling us that we have to come through them to receive blessing or acceptance.
Have you ever wondered why we need a mediator between us and God? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Encounter Recovery Ministries', Dr. Rick Peterson dives into the concept of Jesus Christ as our all-sufficient priest. He explains how humanity's self-imposed separation from God necessitated a mediator, originally fulfilled by the Levitical priesthood. But here's the twist—Jesus came to complete that role, rendering any need for an ordained priesthood obsolete. Dr.
Peterson passionately argues against the reinstatement of an elevated clergy, emphasizing that Jesus alone is sufficient as our priest, king, and prophet. This episode is a compelling reminder that you can draw near to God through Jesus without any intermediaries. If you're curious about how faith and recovery intersect, this episode offers valuable insights and spiritual encouragement.