Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
Lent and Alienation from Christ
Lent and Alienation from Christ
Lent and Alienation from Christ
Wednesday 14th February 2024
Rick Peterson explores Lent's dangers in alienating from Christ, urging a return to the gospel's grace.
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Episode Overview
- Lenten practices can alienate individuals from Christ if misunderstood.
- Repentance and faith originate from God's acceptance, not personal efforts.
- Avoid falling into legalistic traditions that contradict the gospel.
- Reflect on personal faith practices during Lent for alignment with grace.
- Embrace the true gospel of salvation through Christ's finished work.
Repentance and faith are the result of God's prior acceptance of you in His Son and His finished work on your behalf.
In this episode of Encounter Recovery Ministries, Rick Peterson dives into the often misunderstood practice of Lent and its potential to alienate individuals from Christ. Peterson highlights the danger of treating Lenten acts of deprivation as a means to earn God's favour, instead of understanding them within the gospel's framework of sovereign grace. He passionately argues that repentance and faith are gifts from God, originating not from our efforts but from His prior acceptance.
Using Galatians 5 as a backdrop, Peterson warns against falling into the trap of thinking that works of piety can secure or retain God's acceptance, a mistake made by early Christians in Galatia. With a blend of biblical teaching and personal exhortation, he urges listeners to reflect on their approach to Lent and embrace the true gospel of salvation through Christ's finished work.
Peterson's message is a call to examine one's faith practices and ensure they align with the teachings of grace rather than legalistic traditions. Whether you're a long-time observer of Lent or new to its practices, this episode offers a fresh perspective that challenges conventional views and encourages a deeper understanding of grace. It's an enlightening listen for anyone seeking clarity on how to balance tradition with faith.