Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
Recovering the Whole Counsel of God
Recovering the Whole Counsel of God
Recovering the Whole Counsel of God
Monday 8th September 2025
Rick Peterson explores the importance of the whole counsel of God, urging believers to seek spiritual maturity beyond incomplete gospel teachings.
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Episode Overview
- Modern preaching often presents only half the gospel.
- Christ's work and the Spirit's application are inseparable yet distinct.
- Incomplete gospel teachings can lead to spiritual immaturity.
- Revivalist traditions focus on conversions over spiritual growth.
- Believers need pastoral care that guides practical application.
Without spirit-empowered application and appropriation into your daily life, nothing changes for you.
Ever wondered what it takes to fully embrace the Christian life? Rick Peterson takes listeners on a thought-provoking journey into understanding the whole counsel of God. He challenges the notion that most modern preaching offers only half the gospel, focusing solely on Christ's work without teaching how the Holy Spirit appropriates that work in our lives. Peterson warns that this incomplete gospel can leave believers spiritually immature and vulnerable to false teachings.
He passionately argues for the inseparable yet distinct roles of Christ's finished work and the Spirit's application, emphasising that true pastoral care involves both proclamation and practical guidance. Drawing from Acts Chapter 20, Peterson explains how Paul dedicated years to teaching the Ephesians, ensuring they understood and experienced the full gospel. With a touch of humour, he highlights the dangers of revivalist traditions that prioritise conversions over spiritual growth, leaving new believers floundering without proper guidance.
Peterson's heartfelt message is clear: believers deserve more than just sermons; they need pastoral care that empowers them to live in fellowship with Christ as their Saviour, Lord, and Teacher. It's a serious call to action for anyone seeking deeper spiritual maturity and transformation in their Christian journey.