FaithQuest Perspectives

How it Happens with Colin Cook

FaithQuest Perspectives

  • Q012_111725 Rom. 1:17 The Righteousness Of God: God's Love In Action Through Christ

Q012_111725 Rom. 1:17 The Righteousness Of God: God's Love In Action Through Christ

Monday 17th November 2025

Explore how faith-training in the Gospel can intercept addiction, revealing God's righteousness as love in action through Jesus Christ.
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Righteousness: God's Love In Action

Episode Overview

  • Faith in the Gospel can intercept various addictions.
  • Righteousness is God's active love and mercy.
  • True righteousness is accepting God's love through Jesus.
  • Faith is a gift from God, not self-generated.
  • Spiritual insights can aid in addiction recovery.
"Righteousness is not coldness. It is warmth. It is heat. It is hot. And it is rescuing."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Colin Cook's podcast episode offers a refreshing perspective on the righteousness of God as love in action. Through an engaging discussion of Romans 1:17, listeners are treated to an exploration of how faith in the Gospel can intercept addiction, whether it's alcohol, drugs, or other vices. Cook unpacks the concept of righteousness not as a cold, distant principle but as an active expression of God's love and mercy.
By sharing anecdotes about Martin Luther's initial fear and eventual understanding of God's righteousness, Cook highlights the transformative power of faith. This episode is a comforting reminder that righteousness is about warmth, healing, and God's active role in delivering and nurturing those in need. With humour and compassion, Cook encourages listeners to embrace faith as a gift from God, emphasising that true righteousness is not about moral superiority but about accepting God's love through Jesus Christ.
If you're curious about how spiritual insights can aid in addiction recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Are you ready to see God's love in action?
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