Rick Peterson

Encounter Recovery Ministries

Rick Peterson

  • A New Story

A New Story

Saturday 18th October 2025

Explore how narratives shape our lives and discover the transformative power of embracing a new story through faith.
22 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Engaging
Transformative

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Encounter Recovery Ministries
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Rick Peterson
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Recovery from Trauma
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Embracing a New Narrative: A Journey of Transformation

Episode Overview

  • Narratives shape our daily choices and beliefs.
  • Humanity's default narrative is one of rebellion.
  • The gospel offers a new, transformative story.
  • Believers are foreigners in a fallen world.
  • Reflect on personal narratives and align with Christ.
"The narrative you're living in affects your thinking."
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? In 'A New Story,' Rick Peterson explores the powerful concept of narrative and its profound impact on our lives, especially for believers in Jesus Christ. He delves into the idea that everyone is born into a narrative, which can be grounded in falsehood and chaos. Peterson argues that humanity's overarching narrative is one of rebellion against the Creator, a story that has been passed down through generations.
However, he offers hope through the gospel, presenting it as a new narrative that transforms and renews individuals into the image of Jesus. Peterson uses biblical references, such as 1 Peter and Ephesians, to illustrate the transition from an old narrative to a new one in Christ. He emphasizes that believers are no longer enslaved to the world's passions but are now foreigners in a fallen world, living out a new story through Christ's narrative.
This episode encourages listeners to reflect on their personal narratives and consider how they align with the teachings of Jesus. With engaging anecdotes and insightful discussions, 'A New Story' challenges listeners to examine their own lives and embrace the transformative power of the gospel. So, what's your story? Are you living out an old narrative or embracing the new life offered in Christ? Tune in for an enlightening discussion that promises to inspire and motivate.
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