Rick Peterson

Encounter Recovery Ministries

Rick Peterson

  • Power to Create Loving Relationships

Power to Create Loving Relationships

Friday 28th April 2023

Rick Peterson discusses how embracing the true gospel can heal broken relationships and combat addiction in 'Encounter Recovery Ministries'.
32 minutes
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Encounter Recovery Ministries
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Rick Peterson
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Religion & Spirituality
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Creating Loving Relationships Through Faith: A Christian Perspective

Episode Overview

  • Challenges of brokenness and addiction in professing Christians are addressed, highlighting the incongruency within Christian relationships.
  • The role of the rational biblical gospel in fostering loving, healthy relationships is emphasized, urging a cognitive approach to truth and faith.
  • Warning against prevalent postmodern philosophy and false images of Jesus, advocating the renewal of the mind alongside experiential spirituality.
  • A compelling call to discern and internalize the genuine gospel, challenging listeners to embrace transformation and nurturing meaningful relationships.
  • Embracing the genuine gospel to discern and internalize the rational biblical truth, ultimately fostering transformation and the capacity for nurturing meaningful relationships.
The gospel does produce loving, healthy relationships. But we must be first certain that we actually possess the gospel and not some mere fabrication thereof.
Why do so many Christians struggle with broken relationships and addiction despite their faith? In this episode of 'Encounter Recovery Ministries', Rick Peterson tackles this pressing question head-on. As a seasoned pastoral counselor, Peterson dives into the heart of the matter, questioning why chaos and pain often overshadow the lives of those who follow Christ. He argues that the gospel itself is designed to produce loving, healthy relationships, but somewhere along the way, many have lost sight of this truth.
Peterson challenges listeners to re-examine their understanding of the gospel, urging them to embrace a rational and biblical approach to faith. He highlights the dangers of postmodern philosophies and false images of Jesus that have infiltrated the church, advocating for a renewal of the mind and a balanced blend of cognitive and experiential spirituality. This episode is a heartfelt call to return to the core principles of Christianity, fostering transformation and nurturing meaningful relationships.
If you're looking for a faith-based perspective on overcoming relational struggles and addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and practical guidance.