Dios es el tema central del sermón "La fidelidad de Dios" predicado por Joel Coyoc, basado en Esdras 1:9-11. El predicador argumenta que la historia de la restauración del templo en Jerusalén enfatiza la fidelidad de Dios a su pueblo mediante el cumplimiento de sus promesas, tal como lo hizo al permitir el retorno de los israelitas del cautiverio babilónico. Coyoc cita la obra de Ciro, el rey persa, como un ejemplo del cumplimiento de la profecía y un tipo de Cristo. Se discuten las ofrendas y utensilios del templo como símbolos de la obra redentora de Cristo y el sacrificio perfecto que garantiza la salvación. La importancia práctica de esta fidelidad divina se manifiesta en el llamado a los creyentes a confiar en la gracia y la misericordia de Dios, reconociendo que son rescatados, no por obras, sino por la sangre de Cristo.
Key Quotes
“El personaje central de la historia, el personaje central de la escritura, el personaje central de la Biblia es el Señor Jesucristo.”
“La fidelidad de Dios se basa en el mismo carácter de Dios.”
“La sangre de Jesucristo, su Hijo, nos limpia de todo pecado.”
“No hay más sacrificio. El Señor Jesucristo con un solo sacrificio, hizo perfecto para siempre a los santificados.”
The Bible asserts that God is always faithful and true to His promises, as seen in passages like Isaiah 55:11.
Scripture emphasizes that God’s faithfulness is a core aspect of His character. Throughout the Bible, we see that God consistently fulfills His promises, demonstrating His unwavering commitment to His people. Isaiah 55:11 declares, 'So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.' This highlights God's sovereignty and truthfulness; He is unable to lie or waver in His commitments. His faithfulness is foundational for a believer’s hope, showcasing that He is true to His word in both the historical and redemptive plans for His creation.
Isaiah 55:11
God's promises are guaranteed by His unchanging nature and the fulfillment of prophetic events throughout history.
The truth of God’s promises can be established through His immutable character and the fulfillment of His prophecies. Throughout history, God has shown Himself to be unwavering and consistent. His promises, whether regarding judgment or grace, come to fruition exactly as He declares. This is vividly illustrated in the return of the exiles from Babylon as chronicled in the book of Ezra, which reflects God’s commitment to His people. Furthermore, Jesus Christ embodies the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises, confirming the reliability of God's word. We can trust that just as He has acted in the past, He will continue to fulfill His promises for the future.
Ezra 1:1-11, 2 Corinthians 1:20
God's faithfulness provides Christians with assurance and confidence in His plans for salvation and daily life.
For Christians, understanding God’s faithfulness is essential because it forms the bedrock of our faith and trust in Him. It assures believers that despite life’s uncertainties, God remains sovereign over all circumstances. Romans 8:28 assures us that 'all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.' This promise, underpinned by God’s faithfulness, allows Christians to navigate trials with hope and peace. Moreover, because God is faithful to His covenant, we can trust in the security of our salvation through Jesus Christ, knowing His redemptive work is complete and effective for all who believe.
Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 2:13
Christ's sacrifice is the ultimate demonstration of God’s faithfulness to fulfill His redemptive promises for humanity.
The sacrifice of Jesus Christ stands as the pinnacle of God’s faithfulness to His promises of redemption. This act was foreordained from before the foundation of the world (1 Peter 1:20) and fulfills the prophecies and sacrificial system that preceded it. The sacrificial system pointed towards Christ, serving as a foreshadowing of His ultimate atonement for sin. Through His blood, believers are cleansed and redeemed (1 John 1:7), which reflects the depth of God's commitment to His people. In Christ, we find both our justification and the assurance that God will complete the good work He has begun in us. God's faithfulness is evidenced as we see the ongoing impact of Christ’s sacrifice in the lives of believers.
1 Peter 1:20, 1 John 1:7, Romans 5:8
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