El sermón "Es, por el que llama", predicado por Joel Coyoc, se centra en la doctrina de la elección divina, tal como se encuentra en Romanos 9:10-13. La exposición del texto destaca que la elección de Dios no se basa en el linaje humano o en las obras de los individuos, sino en la soberana y misericordiosa voluntad de Dios. Coyoc argumenta que, como se ejemplifica con los hijos de Isaac, Jacob y Esaú, no todos los descendientes de Abraham son considerados hijos de Dios; más bien, son los "hijos de la promesa" los que son verdaderamente contados como tales. Las Escrituras, incluyendo Romanos 9:11-13 y Efesios 1, se utilizan para ilustrar que la salvación es un don de Dios, y que la fe es el resultado de su gracia. La relevancia práctica de esta enseñanza se encuentra en el entendimiento de que la salvación es un acto divino que excluye cualquier mérito humano, lo que lleva a una profunda apreciación de la gracia y misericordia de Dios.
Key Quotes
“No es por el linaje, es por el que llama; el que llama es Dios.”
“No depende del que quiere ni del que corre, sino de Dios que tiene misericordia.”
“La fe misma es don de Dios. De hecho, la fe es fruto del Espíritu Santo.”
“Soy salvo porque Dios quiso salvarme; soy salvo porque Él me eligió desde la eternidad.”
The Bible teaches that God's election is not based on human works or lineage, but solely on His mercy and purpose.
Scripture clearly outlines that God's election is based on His sovereign will rather than on human merit or lineage. In Romans 9, Paul emphasizes that not all who are descended from Israel are Israel, highlighting that true children of God are counted not by biological descent but by the promise. He writes, 'for this is what the promise said: 'About this time I will return, and Sarah will have a son' (Romans 9:9). This underlines the principle that God's choice rests on His mercy and calling, not on any human efforts or righteousness, as Paul declares, 'So then it depends not on human will or exertion, but on God, who has mercy' (Romans 9:16). This doctrine teaches us that salvation is a gift of grace that we do not earn but receive through faith.
Romans 9:6-13
God's mercy is demonstrated throughout Scripture as He chooses to save those who do not deserve it, embodying His rich compassion.
The truth of God's mercy is foundational to the understanding of salvation within Reformed theology. Romans 9 illustrates this vividly through the example of Jacob and Esau. Before they were born or had done anything good or bad, God chose Jacob over Esau. This demonstrates that God's mercy is not based on human actions or worthiness but is freely given by His sovereign grace. Paul writes, 'I will have mercy on whom I have mercy' (Romans 9:15), reinforcing that His mercy is a choice that reflects His character, not a response to our merit. Ultimately, God's mercy is profoundly tied to His nature—rich in mercy and grace, as depicted in Ephesians 2:4-5 where Paul states, 'But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ.'
Romans 9:11-15, Ephesians 2:4-5
God's calling is vital because it establishes our identity as His chosen people and assures us of His sovereign purpose.
The concept of God's calling is central to Christian belief, especially in Reformed theology. As Paul elucidates in Romans 9, God’s calling is not merely an invitation but an effective summons that brings about the intended response in the heart of the called. This is essential in understanding our identity as Christians. We are not simply individuals who have made a decision; we are those whom God has called to Himself, fulfilling His divine plan. This calling emphasizes that salvation is a work of God from beginning to end. Paul writes, 'So then it depends not on human will or exertion, but on God, who has mercy' (Romans 9:16). Recognizing our calling helps us live in obedience and joy, understanding that we are part of a larger narrative that reflects God's grace and mercy in our lives, thus leading to a deep sense of assurance and hope.
Romans 9:11-16
Faith is a gracious gift from God that enables us to receive salvation, not a work that earns it.
In the context of Reformed theology, faith is understood as a gift from God, rather than something we cultivate independently to gain salvation. Ephesians 2:8-9 explicitly states, 'For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God—not the result of works, so that no one may boast.' This highlights that our faith itself is a product of God's grace, aligning with Paul's teaching in Romans. Further elaborating on this, Paul points out in Romans 9 that faith is not about human effort but about God’s calling. The notion that we can earn salvation through works is dispelled as Paul emphasizes that it is by grace through faith that we stand before God justified, thereby ensuring that all glory goes to Him.
Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 9:30-32
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