Un Niño nos es Nacido
Un sermón Isaías 9:6-7
Predicado originalmente 27 de diciembre de 1964
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Escritura
6Porque un niño nos es nacido, hijo nos es dado; y el principado sobre su hombro: y llamaráse su nombre Admirable, Consejero, Dios fuerte, Padre eterno, Príncipe de paz.
7Lo dilatado de su imperio y la paz no tendrán término, sobre el trono de David, y sobre su …
Descripción del Sermón
El escritor de himnos Charles Wesley escribió un famoso himno de Navidad sobre Jesucristo, diciendo: "nacido niño y sin embargo rey". En este sermón "Porque un Niño nos es nacido", de Isaías 9:6-7, el Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones encuentra esto como el gran resumen del anuncio del profeta Isaías 800 años antes de la venida del Mesías en Isaías 9:6-7. En este sermón navideño, el Dr. Lloyd-Jones nos recuerda el aspecto real de las buenas nuevas. Advierte que si bien el aspecto personal de la salvación nunca debe olvidarse, no debe detenerse allí. Isaías predica el aspecto cósmico de la venida del Mesías. Los cristianos son salvos individualmente, pero viene un día cuando todo el cosmos será restaurado. Jesús es el rey universal del cosmos porque fue el hijo mayor de David. Había una gran anticipación por el hijo de David. El Dr. Lloyd-Jones demuestra cómo muchos en el primer siglo no percibieron las características de la venida del Mesías. La primera venida de Jesucristo no fue de poder militar ni política de poder. En cambio, nació como niño y sin embargo rey. No obstante, Cristo introduce justicia, rectitud, verdad, orden y paz. Escuche mientras el Dr. Lloyd-Jones explora la verdad cósmica del niño nacido en Belén. Oiga proclamada la venida del Rey Jesús y Su reinado que no tendrá fin.
Desglose del Sermón
- El profeta Isaías profetizó la venida del Mesías 800 años antes de su nacimiento.
- La profecía fortalece nuestra fe al demostrar la soberanía y presciencia de Dios.
- No debemos limitar nuestra visión de la venida de Cristo a la salvación personal. Debemos considerar sus implicaciones cósmicas y universales.
- "El principado será sobre su hombro" significa que Cristo recibirá autoridad y poder sobre el universo.
- La caída trajo desorden y falta de paz a todo el universo. Cristo vino a restaurar todas las cosas.
- El reino de Cristo es diferente a cualquier reino terrenal. Se caracteriza por la verdad, la justicia, la rectitud y la paz.
- Dondequiera que Cristo reina, hay orden, disciplina y paz. El pecado produce caos y guerra.
- Cristo estableció su reino a través de su enseñanza, vida, muerte, y lo completará en su regreso.
- El reino de Cristo nunca terminará. Es estable y crece en número y extensión.
- Podemos estar seguros de que el reino de Cristo triunfará porque la gloria, el propósito, el poder y el celo de Dios lo respaldan.
Sermon Q&A
Questions and Answers from Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones' Sermon on Isaiah 9:6-7
What is the main prophecy that Dr. Lloyd-Jones discusses in this sermon?
The main prophecy Dr. Lloyd-Jones discusses is from Isaiah 9:6-7: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace, of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end." He particularly focuses on the phrase "the government shall be upon his shoulder" and what this means about Christ's kingship and kingdom.
How does Dr. Lloyd-Jones explain the problem with focusing only on personal salvation?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that while it's right to start with personal salvation, it's wrong to stop there. He states: "Our danger, most of us as Christian people, is to think of the coming of our Lord into the world and all he did solely and only in terms of our own personal salvation." He warns that this limited view ignores the larger cosmic purpose of Christ's coming, which includes restoring the entire universe to God's original purpose and establishing His kingdom of righteousness.
What does the phrase "the government shall be upon his shoulder" mean according to the sermon?
According to Dr. Lloyd-Jones, this phrase means that Christ has been invested with authority and power over the entire cosmos. He explains: "The Father has handed over to the Son the whole cosmos marred and ruined by sin. He's handed it over to him in order that he may deal with the problem and the situation and ultimately hand it back to him in all its glorious perfection." It signifies that there is a divine government behind all earthly governments, working out God's ultimate purpose.
How does Christ's kingdom differ from earthly kingdoms according to Dr. Lloyd-Jones?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones emphasizes that Christ's kingdom is completely different from earthly kingdoms. While earthly kingdoms are characterized by military might, force, and outward pomp, Christ's kingdom is characterized by truth, righteousness, justice, equity, and holiness. He cites Jesus' words to Pilate: "My kingdom is not of this world." The preacher also references how Daniel's prophecy contrasts worldly kingdoms (represented by animals and metals) with Christ's kingdom (represented by a stone cut without hands).
What are the two main characteristics of Christ's kingdom mentioned in the sermon?
The two main characteristics of Christ's kingdom mentioned are: 1. Justice and righteousness - "To order it and to establish it with judgment and with justice" 2. Peace - "Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end"
Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that wherever Christ reigns, these characteristics are evident, bringing order out of the chaos caused by sin.
How does Dr. Lloyd-Jones describe the stability of Christ's kingdom?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones describes Christ's kingdom as completely stable, unlike human kingdoms and empires that rise and fall. He states: "Here is a kingdom that is established, laid down once and forever. The principles, the program was laid down by the King himself." He emphasizes that this kingdom "shall be no end" and "never shall be moved." Unlike earthly kingdoms that come and go, Christ's kingdom is permanent and unchanging in its principles and purpose.
What does the Bible mean by "the increase of his government"?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that "the increase of his government" has two meanings: 1. Numerical increase - "This means numbers... in every age and generation men and women are being won from the world to the kingdom of God." 2. Extent of territory - "There is a day coming when no part of the universe will be outside his reign and jurisdiction."
He states that the kingdom is constantly growing as more people are brought into it, and it will eventually encompass the entire cosmos.
What guarantee does Dr. Lloyd-Jones give that Christ's kingdom will ultimately triumph?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones points to the final phrase of Isaiah 9:7 as the guarantee: "The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this." He explains that God's own purpose, power, and glory are all invested in the success of Christ's kingdom. He states: "Is it conceivable that the everlasting, eternal, glorious God is going to allow the devil finally to triumph and to prevail? The thing is unthinkable. It's impossible. The glory of God demands it." The ultimate triumph of Christ's kingdom is guaranteed by God Himself.
How does Dr. Lloyd-Jones connect this prophecy to the Christmas story?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones connects the prophecy to Christmas by reminding his listeners that the baby in the manger was also a king. He quotes Charles Wesley's hymn: "Born a child and yet a king." He also references how the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that her son would sit on the throne of David and reign forever. The sermon emphasizes that we must not forget the kingly aspect of Christ - that the seemingly vulnerable baby in Bethlehem was actually the King of Kings who would establish an eternal kingdom.
What does Dr. Lloyd-Jones say about the effect of sin on the cosmos?
Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains that sin has affected the entire cosmos, not just humanity. He states: "There is nothing in the whole universe which is as it originally was." He references Romans 8 where Paul says that "the creation was made subject to vanity" and explains how nature tries to reproduce its original perfection each spring but ultimately fails as things die in autumn and winter. Sin has produced disorder, chaos, and a lack of peace throughout creation, and Christ came to restore not just individual souls but the entire cosmic order.
Antiguo Testamento
Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
El Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (1899-1981) fue un ministro evangélico galés que predicó y enseñó en la tradición Reformada. Su ministerio principal fue en Westminster Chapel, en el centro de Londres, desde 1939-1968, donde impartió exposiciones de varios años sobre libros de la Biblia como Romanos, Efesios y el Evangelio de Juan. Además de la colección del Fideicomiso MLJ de 1,600 de estos sermones en formato de audio, la mayoría de estas grandes series de sermones están disponibles en forma de libro (incluyendo una colección de 14 volúmenes de los sermones de Romanos), así como otras series como "Depresión Espiritual", "Estudios sobre el Sermón del Monte" y "Grandes Doctrinas Bíblicas". Es considerado por muchos líderes evangélicos de hoy como una autoridad en la verdad bíblica y la suficiencia de las Escrituras.