En la predicación titulada "Los que vinieron con...", el predicador Joel Coyoc aborda el tema de la redención y el retorno del pueblo de Israel tras el exilio babilónico, utilizando la narrativa de Esdras 2:2. Una de las claves del sermón es cómo la historia de la restauración de Israel refleja la obra de redención realizada por Cristo. Coyoc destaca que el regreso de los judíos bajo la guía de Sorobabel simboliza el anhelo de volver a la comunión con Dios, con énfasis en que esta figura representa a Cristo como el líder definitivo que hace posible la restauración espiritual. Las referencias a libros como Ajeo y Zacarías enfatizan la fidelidad de Dios y su uso de figuras históricas para anticipar la obra mesiánica. La relevancia práctica de este mensaje radica en la necesidad de reconocer la obra de Dios en la vida personal y el llamado a la adoración genuina, que se traduce en un anhelo por la Palabra y por el cementerio de la vida espiritual.
Key Quotes
“La Biblia es la historia de la redención que le da sentido a la historia del pueblo de Dios.”
“Hermano, lo único que hallarás aparte del Señor Jesucristo es frustración.”
“La gloria postrera de esta casa será mayor que la primera... porque el verbo se hizo carne y habitó con nosotros.”
“Dios ha empezado una buena obra en ti... la buena obra la perfeccionará hasta el día de Jesucristo.”
The return from exile illustrates God's faithfulness in restoring His people, as seen in Ezra 2 and the fulfillment of His promises.
The book of Ezra details the return of the exiles to Jerusalem after 70 years of captivity, showcasing God's faithfulness to fulfill His promises. As noted in Ezra 2:2, those returning exemplify a remnant chosen by God, reflecting that He is faithful in both blessing and discipline. Additionally, the return is symbolic of spiritual restoration, as those who come back understand that despite the desolation of Babylon, God leads them to renew their covenant relationship and rebuild the temple, emphasizing the significance of worship and community in God's redemptive history.
Ezra 2:2, Jeremiah 29:10-11
The law reveals God's character, guides believers in righteousness, and points to the need for Christ's redemption.
The law serves multiple important roles for Christians today. Firstly, it reveals the righteous character of God, providing a standard for moral living that reflects His holiness. Secondly, it functions as a guide for believers to understand how to live in a manner that pleases God, as outlined in passages like Galatians 3:24, which shows that the law acts as a tutor to bring us to Christ. Ultimately, the law highlights humanity's inability to achieve righteousness on their own, pointing us towards our need for the perfect fulfillment of the law found in Christ, who is our righteousness.
Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:24
God's sovereignty over history is evident in His control over nations and events, fulfilling His divine plans.
God's sovereignty over history is a central theme in Scripture, demonstrating His control over nations and guiding the course of events according to His divine purposes. For instance, in Isaiah 46:10, God declares that He announces the end from the beginning, affirming that nothing occurs outside of His sovereign will. The return of the exiles under leaders like Zerubbabel illustrates this sovereignty, as God stirred their hearts to fulfill His promise of restoration. Thus, history is not random but is orchestrated by God's divine will, culminating in the redemptive work of Christ.
Isaiah 46:10, Romans 8:28
Grace is undeserved favor from God, essential for salvation and spiritual life in Christians.
Grace is the cornerstone of Christian faith, recognized as unmerited favor extended to sinners. Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes that salvation is by grace through faith, not works, highlighting that it is solely the work of God in our lives. This grace not only justifies believers but also sustains them spiritually as they grow in faith and obedience. Understanding grace transforms the believer's approach to God and to life, fostering a spirit of gratitude and enabling a life lived in worship and service to Christ.
Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 5:1-2
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