En el sermón "Hablemos de Dios," el predicador Joel Coyoc aborda el tema de la perfección de Dios, fundamentando la discusión en el Salmo 18:30. Coyoc argumenta que el camino de Dios es perfecto, y que todos sus actos y decretos son inherentemente buenos y justos, reflejando Su naturaleza divina. A partir de la creación descrita en Génesis, el orador muestra cómo Dios, en Su perfección, ha diseñado un orden y un propósito para el mundo, y sostiene que la falta de entendimiento del carácter de Dios ha llevado al pueblo a desviarse de Su camino. Las Escrituras citadas, como Deuteronomio 32:4-5 y Mateo 5:48, refuerzan esta idea al declarar que Dios es justo y que debe ser imitado en Su perfección. La conclusión subraya la importancia de conocer a Dios para poder reflejar Su gloria, enfatizando que la vida eterna consiste en conocer al único Dios verdadero y a Jesucristo.
Key Quotes
“Nuestra necesidad más desesperante es conocer a Dios, al punto de que esa es la vida eterna.”
“Dado que Dios es perfecto, él nunca se equivoca; las cosas están ocurriendo solamente de la manera en que perfectamente él ha decretado que ocurra.”
“Sed pues vosotros perfectos como vuestro Padre que está en los cielos es perfecto.”
“Nuestra esperanza está en el Señor Jesucristo... el llamado es puesto los ojos en Jesús, el autor y consumador de la fe.”
The Bible teaches that God's ways and works are perfect, as stated in Psalm 18:30.
The perfection of God is foundational to understanding His character and actions. In Psalm 18:30, it declares, 'As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless.' This highlights that everything God does is without flaw and aligned with His divine wisdom. The Psalmist reflects on God's interventions as perfect, emphasizing that every aspect of God's being and every action reflects His inherent perfection. Deuteronomy 32:4 reinforces this by stating that God's works are perfect and just, contrasting God's righteousness with human imperfection. Understanding God's perfection leads us to recognize our need for His grace in light of our own failings.
Psalm 18:30, Deuteronomy 32:4
The Bible teaches that God's ways are perfect and that He is the very definition of perfection, as seen in Psalm 18:30.
The scriptures affirm that God's ways are perfect. As expressed in Psalm 18:30, 'As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless; He shields all who take refuge in Him.' This perfection of God is not just an abstract concept but is reflected in all His attributes and actions. Deuteronomy 32:4 reinforces this truth, revealing that God's works are always perfect and just. Therefore, God's perfection assures us that every decree He makes and every action He undertakes is done with complete righteousness and wisdom, leading us to trust Him wholeheartedly.
Psalm 18:30, Deuteronomy 32:4-5
We know God's ways are perfect through His revelation in Scripture and the harmony of His creation.
God's perfection is evident through His creation and His revealed Word. As noted in Genesis 1, after creating the world, God consistently declared His work as 'good,' culminating in 'very good' at the completion of creation (Genesis 1:31). This signifies that all He does is perfect. Additionally, the Scriptures affirm that God's characteristics reflect His perfection—He is all-knowing and all-wise, making decisions and actions that are flawless (Hebrews 1:3). Furthermore, Jesus Christ embodies the perfection of God, as He is described as the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of His being (Hebrews 1:3). Thus, we can trust that God's ways are perfect because they are grounded in His perfect nature.
Genesis 1:31, Hebrews 1:3
God’s ways are confirmed as perfect through His perfect creation and the flawless nature of His works and decrees.
We know God's ways are perfect because they are evidenced in creation and upheld throughout scripture. In Genesis, after each act of creation, God declared it 'good' and ultimately 'very good' (Genesis 1:31), which affirms the perfection of His handiwork. Furthermore, God's knowledge and wisdom are flawless; He does not learn or change, ensuring that His decisions are always made with perfect understanding. As Hebrews 1:3 states, Christ, as the radiance of God's glory, sustains everything by His powerful word. This assurance of God’s perfect nature grounds our faith and provides us confidence in the unfolding of His plans.
Genesis 1:31, Hebrews 1:3
Understanding God's perfection is crucial as it impacts our trust and relationship with Him.
For Christians, recognizing God's perfection is vital for strengthening faith and deepening our relationship with Him. God's perfection assures us that He is wholly reliable and that His promises will be fulfilled. As Isaiah 40:28 states, 'The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and His understanding no one can fathom.' This understanding offers comfort during trials, knowing that His plans and timing are flawless. Moreover, acknowledging God's perfection reminds us of our own imperfections and our need for Christ’s righteousness. As we strive to conform to His image, we lean on His grace, recognizing that our capacity for righteousness comes from Him alone.
Isaiah 40:28
Knowing God is essential for Christians as it brings eternal life and fosters a relationship that reflects His glory.
Understanding who God is forms the foundation of the Christian faith. As stated in John 17:3, eternal life is defined as knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ. This knowledge transforms our lives, enabling us to reflect God's glory, which we were created to do. When we genuinely know God, our worship, service, and life choices align with His character and will. The ultimate aim of a Christian's existence is to glorify God, and true knowledge of Him equips us to live in a manner that honors Him, even amidst trials and challenges.
John 17:3, Romans 8:28-30
We reflect God's image by living according to His will and embodying His attributes as revealed in Scripture.
Being created in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27) means we are designed to reflect certain attributes of God, such as holiness, love, and righteousness. However, due to sin, this image is distorted. To accurately reflect God's image, we must pursue genuine knowledge of Him through His Word, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us. As we align our lives with scriptural truths and embody the character of Christ, we increasingly display what it means to be made in God's likeness. This transformation is a lifelong process, involving continual repentance and dependence on God's grace.
Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 12:1-2
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