El sermón de Joel Coyoc, titulado "El llamado al hombre de Dios", se centra en la exhortación a vivir de manera fiel como hombres y mujeres de Dios, resaltando la importancia de aferrarse a la vida eterna en Cristo. Se subrayan puntos claves como la necesidad de huir de la avaricia y del desvío de la fe, mientras se enfatiza la urgencia de seguir la justicia, la piedad, la fe, el amor, la paciencia y la mansedumbre; todos aspectos que demuestran una vida marcada por el fruto del Espíritu. Coyoc hace referencia a 1 Timoteo 6:12, donde Pablo instruye a Timoteo a "pelear la buena batalla de la fe" y a "hechar mano" de la vida eterna, demostrando que esta vida eterna no es solo un aspecto futuro, sino una realidad presente que el creyente debe vivir con intensidad y valor. La sermon enfatiza que el conocimiento de Cristo es fundamental, y que la fe en Él, dada por gracia, transforma y sostiene al creyente en medio de las adversidades. Su práctica se traduce en una vida de devoción y búsqueda constante de Cristo, quien es todo lo que el creyente necesita.
Key Quotes
“Echa mano de la vida eterna, porque ya es tuya, ya te ha sido dada, en los momentos de dificultad recuerda que estás en Cristo.”
“La vida eterna es conocer a Dios en Jesucristo, y por eso Pablo tenía... Dios le había revelado que es la vida eterna.”
“Vivir con la esperanza de ver al Señor Jesucristo, anhela cada día ir a la Escritura para ver al Señor Jesucristo.”
“La buena profesión es el don de Dios, es esa fe no fingida, no es fe intelectual, no es fe de aseverar cosas.”
The Bible emphasizes the importance of each believer heeding God's call to live righteously and to grapple with one's faith.
In 1 Timothy 6:12, Paul urges Timothy to 'fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called.' The apostle Paul portrays the calling of God as an invitation to embrace a life aligned with godly principles such as faith, love, and patience. This urgency reflects that the Christian life is a battle, requiring active engagement with the challenges we face. It is crucial to recognize that this calling is not just a suggestion but a vital aspect of discipleship, driving believers towards holiness and deeper communion with Christ.
1 Timothy 6:12, Colossians 3:4
The doctrine of eternal life is affirmed through Scripture, highlighting Christ as the source of life for believers.
The assurance of eternal life is grounded in the teachings of Scripture, particularly in passages like 1 John 5:12 which states, 'He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.' Eternal life is presented as both a present reality and a future hope for those who have faith in Christ. It is crucial to understand that this eternal life is not merely a duration of existence but is centered on knowing God, as seen in John 17:3, which states, 'And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.' Thus, belief in the person and work of Jesus is foundational to grasping the truth of eternal life.
1 John 5:12, John 17:3
Understanding our identity as children of God cultivates hope, assurance, and prompts righteous living.
Recognizing that we are children of God is foundational to the Christian faith. This identity shapes how we view ourselves and interact with the world. In 1 John 3:1, it emphasizes God's love by calling us His children: 'Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!' This understanding brings assurance that we are loved and accepted despite our failings, fueling our desire to live righteously. It encourages believers to reflect God's character in our walk and to persevere in faith. As heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, as articulated in Romans 8:17, believers should live confidently, knowing they are part of a royal lineage with an eternal inheritance.
1 John 3:1, Romans 8:17
'Laying hold of eternal life' means actively claiming and living out the truth of salvation in Christ.
To 'lay hold of eternal life' as mentioned in 1 Timothy 6:12, implies an active appropriation of the life that is given to believers through faith in Jesus Christ. It's not about earning eternal life through effort but rather embracing and manifesting the salvation already bestowed upon us. This means living in light of the hope and assurance that we have in Christ while engaging in the spiritual disciplines that deepen our relationship with Him. As Paul exhorts Timothy, it is crucial to maintain a clear focus on the truth of the gospel, allowing it to shape our actions and motivations, thus embodying the life that God has called us to live.
1 Timothy 6:12
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