En el sermon titulado "Grande, sublime, inmensurable amor", el predicador Joel Coyoc medita en el Salmo 18, enfocándose en la magnitud del amor de Dios hacia su pueblo. Utiliza el lenguaje de la Escritura para ilustrar cómo el amor divino transforma la naturaleza del hombre, que por sí mismo es enemigo de Dios y está alejado de Él. Coyoc menciona que el amor de Dios es tan grandioso que permite a aquellos que fueron rebeldes a poder decir "te amo, Jehová", resaltando versículos como Romanos 5:8 y 1 Juan 4:19 para evidenciar que este amor es el origen de la respuesta del hombre hacia Dios. La importancia del sermón radica en que nos muestra no solo la grandeza del amor de Dios, sino también la capacidad humana de corresponder a ese amor a través de la fe y la acción de gracias, lo cual es un poderoso testimonio de la redención.
Key Quotes
“El amor de Dios es tan largo como toda la eternidad, es tan ancho que abarca agentes de todo linaje, de toda lengua, de toda nación.”
“La única explicación es el amor eterno del Señor, porque esto es contrario a la naturaleza del hombre.”
“En esto consiste el amor, no en que nosotros hayamos amado a Dios, sino en que él nos amó a nosotros.”
“Que el Señor nos conceda poder experimentar cada vez más su grande, sublime e inmensurable amor.”
The Bible describes God's love as great, sublime, and immeasurable, reflecting His infinite nature.
The Scripture reveals that God's love is described as great, sublime, and immeasurable, far beyond human understanding. In Psalm 18, David expresses this love by proclaiming, 'I love you, O LORD,' acknowledging that it is not merely human affection but a divine love that transforms hearts. This love is illustrated as being deep enough to rescue from the depths of sin and high enough to elevate believers to spiritual blessings in Christ (Ephesians 1:4-5). According to 1 John 4:10, love is defined not by our love for God, but by God's love for us, which shows how His grace enables us to respond in love to Him. It is through this transformative love that we, once enemies of God, can cry out in adoration.
Psalm 18:1-3, Ephesians 1:4-5, 1 John 4:10
God's love is demonstrated through His actions, particularly in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for our sins.
The truth of God's love is profoundly demonstrated through the sacrificial act of Jesus Christ. Romans 5:8 states that 'God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.' This evidential act of love signifies that God's commitment to us does not waver, even in our unworthiness. According to 1 John 4:19, our ability to love comes from the knowledge that He loved us first. This sacrificial love acts as a cornerstone for our faith, showcasing the immense grace afforded to us despite our sinful nature. Through understanding Christ’s atoning work, we grasp the depth of God's love which compels us to respond in faith and trust.
Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:19
God's love is essential for Christians as it provides security, transformation, and the foundation for our faith.
God's love is crucial for Christians because it is the bedrock of our relationship with Him. It assures us of our salvation and sustains us through trials. In Psalm 18, David reflects on the protection and deliverance he experienced from God, attributing it to His loving nature. This divine love not only secures our position as children of God, as seen in Romans 8:39, but it also transforms our hearts, allowing us to respond in love to others (1 John 4:11). The acknowledgment of God’s love instills hope, cultivates gratitude, and motivates us to live according to His commandments. Thus, understanding and experiencing God's immeasurable love fuels our worship and inspires our service towards others.
Psalm 18:1-3, Romans 8:39, 1 John 4:11
Loving God with all your heart means committing your entire being to Him, obeying His commandments, and seeking a relationship.
To love God with all your heart involves a holistic commitment that encompasses our thoughts, emotions, and actions. In Deuteronomy 6:5, we are commanded to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and strength, which emphasizes that our love for God should influence every aspect of our lives. This love is not mere sentiment, but is reflected in obedience to His commandments (John 14:15), demonstrating our devotion and trust in Him. It also includes a desire to grow in our knowledge of Him, as His love transforms our desires into a reflection of His will. Thus, loving God fully invites us into a deeper relationship with Him, where His love compels us toward holiness and service in His name.
Deuteronomy 6:5, John 14:15
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