Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
Teach Us to Pray P2
Teach Us to Pray P2
Teach Us to Pray P2
Monday 14th July 2025
Explore how Jesus taught prayer through word and deed in this episode, enhancing your spiritual journey with profound insights.
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Episode Overview
- Prayer is taught by Jesus through both words and actions.
- Christians belong to the spirit, not the flesh.
- Prayer reflects intimacy with God as 'Abba, Father'.
- Approach God as joint heirs with Christ.
- Desire for deeper intimacy with God's Spirit is a gift.
"Our prayers flow from a familial belonging as children of our Heavenly Father."
In this second instalment of a six-week journey, 'Teach Us to Pray P2' from Encounter Recovery Ministries dives into the art of prayer as exemplified by Jesus himself. Rick Peterson takes listeners on a thoughtful exploration of how Jesus taught prayer not just through words but through his actions.
The episode is a treasure trove of insights into integrating prayer into daily life, encouraging believers to not just speak about the Gospel but to live it through their interactions and prayers. The episode unfolds with three pivotal points that aim to stir your thoughts and invigorate your prayer life. First, it discusses the Christian's identity as belonging to the spirit rather than the flesh, emphasising that while we are in the world, our allegiance is no longer to it.
This shift in identity is crucial, as Romans 8-9 reminds us that without the Spirit of Christ, one is not truly His. Next, Peterson elaborates on the unique nature of a Christian's prayer life. Grounded in the presence of God's Spirit within us, our prayers are intimate cries of 'Abba, Father'—a familial term denoting closeness and vulnerability. This relationship sets us free from the law of sin and death, allowing us to approach God not as slaves but as children.
Finally, the episode highlights the transformative nature of prayer when approached as joint heirs with Christ. This perspective shifts our confidence in prayer, knowing we are part of Christ's inheritance and sonship. Rick Peterson wraps up with questions that prompt reflection on your own prayer life. How does understanding your identity in Christ enhance your approach to prayer? Do you yearn for deeper intimacy with God's Spirit? These are questions worth pondering as you navigate your spiritual journey.
If you're seeking a deeper connection with God through prayer, this episode offers a refreshing perspective that might just be what you need.