El sermón titulado "Enemigos mortales," predicado por Joel Coyoc, se centra en la lucha espiritual que enfrentan los creyentes, basada en Salmo 17:9-14. El predicador argumenta que desde la entrada del pecado en el mundo, los creyentes han estado en una guerra constante contra enemigos mortales, identificados como los malos que buscan destruir sus vidas. Coyoc recurre a pasajes de las Escrituras, incluyendo Efesios 6 y la enseñanza de Pablo sobre la armadura de Dios, para mostrar cómo los enemigos son astutos y permanecen vigilantes. La importancia de la oración y la dependencia del Señor como fuente de fortaleza y esperanza se presentan como la respuesta a esta intensa batalla, destacando que la victoria ya ha sido ganada en Cristo. Este mensaje invita a los creyentes a permanecer sobrios y vigilantes, reconociendo la gravedad del combate espiritual y confiando en el poder de Dios para enfrentarlo.
Key Quotes
“La vida es una batalla y es una batalla en la cual los enemigos nos va a presentar este salmo algunas cosas importantes a considerar.”
“Hermanos, la estrategia es ¿cuántas veces nos tendemos nosotros mismos trampas? Así como los fariseos intentaban siempre tender trampas al Señor Jesucristo.”
“Nuestra esperanza está en el Señor. En Cristo está nuestra esperanza.”
“Orar costó la sangre del Señor Jesucristo. Si el Señor Jesucristo no hubiera derramado su sangre, nosotros estaríamos aboteando acá y no tendría ningún sentido.”
The Bible teaches that we face mortal enemies who seek to destroy us, including spiritual forces and the wicked.
The Scripture emphasizes the reality of our enemies, described in Psalm 17:9-14 as those who seek our lives. These enemies are not mere playthings, as they engage in a fierce battle against the believer. They are portrayed as having hardened hearts, insensitive to God’s truth, and they operate under the influence of spiritual darkness. This is an ongoing war that began at the fall of man, where two seeds emerged: the godly and the ungodly. Throughout Scripture, the battle against these enemies is a persistent theme, illustrating the seriousness of our spiritual contention.
Psalm 17:9-14; Ephesians 6:12; Romans 16:20
God’s Word assures us of His protection over those who trust in Him, as reflected in Psalms and throughout Scripture.
God’s protection is a central theme in the life of a believer. Psalm 17 reveals the need for divine intervention against the threats posed by our enemies. The verses emphasize that we are not left to fend for ourselves, as the psalmist calls out for God to act and protect him. Our assurance is rooted in the character of God, who listens to the cries of His people and who has already won the ultimate victory over sin and death through Christ. As believers, we find comfort knowing that our lives are hidden with Christ in God, and He is our refuge and strength.
Psalm 17:9-14; Colossians 3:3; Hebrews 4:16
Identifying our spiritual enemies helps us understand the nature of our battle and equips us to fight effectively.
Understanding who our spiritual enemies are is essential for effective warfare. As stated in Psalm 17, these enemies are described in terms of their characteristics: their hearts are hardened, making them insensible to the truth of God. The Scriptures call us to be vigilant and discerning, for the enemy does not rest; they seek to ensnare us at every turn. By recognizing the enemy's tactics and strategies—as they are fundamentally opposed to God and His people—we prepare ourselves to stand firm in faith and utilize the full armor of God as outlined in Ephesians 6. This awareness also inspires a deeper dependence on God through prayer and the Scriptures.
Psalm 17:10; Ephesians 6:10-18; 1 Peter 5:8
Prayer is essential in spiritual warfare, connecting us with God and invoking His power against our enemies.
In spiritual warfare, prayer serves as our lifeline to God, allowing us to call upon His power and protection. As illustrated in Psalm 17, the psalmist cries out to God, seeking His help against his mortal enemies. Believers are called to remain in constant communication with God, recognizing our dependence on Him for strength and victory. Furthermore, prayer is how we wield the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God, effectively in our battles. Ephesians 6 emphasizes that after putting on the full armor of God, we are to pray in the Spirit on all occasions, highlighting the integral role prayer plays in both defense and offense in the fight against spiritual forces.
Psalm 17:1; Ephesians 6:18; Matthew 26:41
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