La predicación de Joel Coyoc, titulada "No, te avergüences", se centra en el exhorto del apóstol Pablo a Timoteo en 2 Timoteo 1:8-9. El mensaje principal se enfoca en el llamado a no avergonzarse del Evangelio de Jesucristo, subrayando que este Evangelio es el poder de Dios para salvación y que no debe ser un motivo de vergüenza, sino de orgullo. Coyoc argumenta que la verdadera fe es un milagro de la gracia de Dios, enfatizando la necesidad de avivar el don del Espíritu Santo dentro de nosotros. A lo largo de su sermón, se citan diversas Escrituras como Romanos 1:16 y Tito 2:11, que refuerzan la idea de que el Evangelio es efectivo y transformador. La importancia práctica de este mensaje radica en la convicción de que los creyentes, al reconocer el valor del Evangelio, están llamados a testificar y participar en las aflicciones del mismo, confiando en el poder de Dios y no en sus propias obras.
Key Quotes
“El evangelio es poder de Dios para salvación a todo aquel que cree.”
“No te avergüences de dar testimonio de nuestro Señor, ni de mí preso suyo.”
“La fe que nos salva es don de Dios, es aquella fe que el Señor otorga por su espíritu.”
“El poder de Dios es tal que no solamente nos salvó de la pena del pecado, no solamente nos salva del poder del pecado.”
The Bible teaches that we should not be ashamed of the Gospel because it is the power of God for salvation.
In 2 Timothy 1:8-9, the Apostle Paul encourages Timothy to not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of him as a prisoner. Paul emphasizes that the Gospel is not something to be ashamed of; it is the very power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes. The Gospel reveals the glorious nature of Christ who did not just come to offer salvation, but to actually save His people from their sins through His death and resurrection. This underscores the importance of being bold in our testimony and sharing the truth of the Gospel, despite life's difficulties or societal pressures that may tempt us to feel shame.
2 Timothy 1:8-9, Romans 1:16
We know God's calling is a holy calling because it is according to His purpose and grace given in Christ before time began.
In 2 Timothy 1:9, Paul clarifies that God has called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace. This holy calling underscores that God’s plans were established before the foundation of the world, highlighting His sovereign will and divine initiative. It ensures that every believer has been set apart for His purposes – to live a life of holiness and righteousness. As we reflect on our calling, we should marvel at how God, in His grace, chose us and equipped us to fulfill His mission, prompting gratitude and reverence in our hearts.
2 Timothy 1:9, Ephesians 1:4
It is important for Christians to share their faith because the Gospel is the means by which God saves His people.
Sharing our faith is essential because the Apostle Paul instructs Timothy to not be ashamed of the Gospel, affirming that it is through this message that people are brought into a right relationship with God. In Romans 10:14-15, Paul explicitly states that faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ. Therefore, by proclaiming the Gospel, we participate in God's saving work and faithfully obey His command to make disciples. Our testimony becomes a vital tool for the Holy Spirit to work in the hearts of unbelievers, leading them towards salvation and a transformative relationship with Jesus.
Romans 1:16, Romans 10:14-15
Faith as a gift from God means that we cannot muster it on our own; it is granted by God's grace.
Ephesians 2:8-9 teaches us that we are saved by grace through faith, and this is not of ourselves; it is the gift of God, not as a result of works, so that no one may boast. This affirms the Reformed principle that faith itself is divinely bestowed rather than something we can achieve through our merit. It underscores the depth of our need for divine assistance in coming to know Christ and embracing the Gospel. Recognizing faith as a gift highlights God’s sovereignty in salvation and cultivates a heart of humility and dependence on Him.
Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 12:9
Christians should not fear persecution because God has given us a spirit of power, love, and self-control.
In 2 Timothy 1:7, Paul writes that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. This reassurance is fundamental to Christian living, especially in the face of persecution or societal rejection. Christ Himself warned us that we would face tribulations (John 16:33), but empowered by the Holy Spirit, we can endure hardships for the sake of the Gospel. When we rely on God’s strength instead of our own, we can stand firm in our convictions, bear witness to His truth, and rejoice in suffering, knowing it is part of our calling to follow Christ.
2 Timothy 1:7, John 16:33
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