Rick Peterson
Rick Peterson
The Disciple and Human Evil
The Disciple and Human Evil
The Disciple and Human Evil
Wednesday 16th April 2025
Rick Peterson discusses how disciples of Jesus Christ should respond to human evil, offering practical steps and biblical insights.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise and name evil for what it is.
- Expose evil through Christ-like teachings and character.
- Combat evil by doing good.
- Avoid verbal and physical confrontations with evil.
- Follow the model of the cross, even if it means suffering for righteousness.
Evil is anything that is not Christ-like in you and in the world.
In this episode of Encounter Recovery Ministries, Rick Peterson dives into the crucial topic of how disciples of Jesus Christ should respond to human evil. Drawing from biblical passages like Galatians 1-4 and John 17:15, Rick emphasises that as followers of Christ, we are not under the power of this world or the evil one. Instead, we are free and belong to Jesus. But how do we deal with the evil that exists around us?
Rick breaks it down into practical steps, starting with recognising and naming evil for what it is. He stresses that Jesus didn't sugarcoat or justify evil; He called it out directly. Rick goes on to explain that Jesus exposed evil through His teachings and His character, serving as a light in a dark world. As disciples, we are called to do the same by embodying Christ-like qualities and doing good, as highlighted in Romans 12:21.
Rick also points out that engaging in verbal or physical confrontations with evil only feeds it. Instead, we should follow the model of the cross, even if it means suffering for righteousness' sake. The episode encourages you to read and meditate on specific Bible passages, such as Romans 12:9-21 and John 17:15, to gain a deeper understanding of how to combat evil in a Christ-like manner.
Rick leaves you with a powerful thought: evil is anything that is not Christ-like, both within us and in the world. By recognising this, we can better prepare ourselves to stand against it, just as Jesus did. If you're looking for guidance on how to respond to the challenges of human evil while staying true to your faith, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.