God's desire to bless us is evident from the very beginning of creation. He initiated the blessing, first upon the animals and then upon humanity, demonstrating His benevolent heart towards us. This divine favor places us within His sphere of goodness, encompassing His presence, His promises, and His ultimate purpose fulfilled in Christ. It's a reminder that God actively seeks to pour out His favor upon us, not out of obligation, but out of His abundant love. [01:17:30]
Genesis 1:28 (ESV)
And God blessed them. And God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth."
Reflection: In what specific area of your life have you recently sensed God's initiative to bless you, and how did that manifest?
When God blesses, it is not merely a spoken wish or a good intention; it is a powerful declaration that brings reality into being. Just as He spoke light into existence, His words carry the power to materialize what He intends. This means that God's blessings are tangible and real, not just abstract concepts. We can trust that when God declares a blessing, it will come to pass, demonstrating the inherent power within His spoken word. [01:13:41]
Romans 4:17 (ESV)
(as it is written, "I have made you the father of a multitude of nations") in the presence of the God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist.
Reflection: Can you recall a time when God's spoken word or a promise from Scripture seemed to materialize in your life, and what was your response to that experience?
The concept of God's blessing extends far beyond mere material wealth or physical comfort. While these are certainly aspects of His goodness, true blessing encompasses a deeper, eternal perspective. Even in difficult circumstances, those who are faithful and endure for God's sake are considered blessed in His eyes. This reminds us that God's ultimate focus is on our eternal well-being, even when present circumstances may be challenging. [01:20:28]
Matthew 5:11-12 (ESV)
"Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and say all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so was persecuted the prophets who were before you."
Reflection: When facing hardship, how can you shift your perspective to recognize the eternal blessings God is still providing, even if they are not immediately apparent?
God's blessings are often intricately linked to His covenants, His solemn agreements with His people. These covenants provide a framework for His promises and a guarantee of His faithfulness. Understanding that we are part of a new and better covenant through Christ helps us grasp the depth and purpose behind the blessings God bestows. This connection to covenant assures us that His blessings are not random but are rooted in His enduring commitment to us. [01:21:50]
Galatians 3:13-14 (ESV)
Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us—for it is written, “Cursed is everyone who is hanged on a tree”— so that in Christ Jesus the blessing of Abraham might come to the Gentiles, so that we might receive the promised Spirit through faith.
Reflection: How does understanding your place within God's covenant through Christ deepen your appreciation for His blessings in your life?
Ultimately, the greatest blessing we can ever receive is not what God gives us, but God Himself. His presence, His relationship with us, and His very being are the pinnacle of all blessings. While material possessions, family, and ministry are precious gifts, they pale in comparison to the immeasurable value of knowing and being known by God. He is our eternal portion, our ultimate joy, and the source of all true fulfillment. [01:58:11]
Psalm 73:26 (ESV)
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Reflection: In what ways can you actively cultivate a deeper relationship with God, recognizing Him as your greatest blessing, rather than focusing solely on the gifts He provides?
Se presenta la bendición de Dios como el favor divino que sitúa a una persona dentro de la esfera de la benevolencia divina: presencia, pacto, propósito y beneficios que culminan en la persona y obra de Cristo. Arranca con la solemnidad de la Cena del Señor, recordatorio simbólico del sacrificio redentor de Jesús, y continúa en Génesis para mostrar que la primera acción de Dios al crear fue bendecir; bendecir no es un deseo vago, sino una palabra que materializa realidad. Se distingue cuidadosamente entre la capacidad creadora de Dios y la incapacidad humana para imponer realidades, rechazando doctrinas que atribuyen a las personas el poder de “materializar” promesas como si fueran deidades menores.
A partir de varios pasajes bíblicos se articulan características concretas de la bendición: Dios toma la iniciativa, sus palabras producen efecto, toda dádiva buena procede de Él, la bendición trasciende el bienestar material y suele vincularse a pactos con propósito redentor. Se subraya que la bendición verdadera no se reduce a prosperidad económica ni a bienestar inmediato; incluso persecución y sufrimiento pueden ser bendición a la luz de la eternidad. La predicación ofrece ejemplos prácticos de bendición material —vida, matrimonio, hijos, trabajo, creatividad, oportunidades— y recuerda la gracia común que sostiene el mundo cotidiano.
Se confronta críticamente el evangelio de la prosperidad, insistiendo en que el centro es el dador de la bendiciones, no la bendición misma. La Escritura, como don precioso, se presenta como fuente de sabiduría y guía para comprender la historia, el pecado y la esperanza final. El punto culminante es la obra de Cristo: redención de la maldición, acceso a la promesa del Espíritu y la garantía de herencia eterna. La iglesia local aparece como don significativo —familia, comunidad, apoyo— y se exhorta a evitar la queja crónica y la crítica destructiva. Finalmente, se afirma que la mayor bendición es la presencia misma de Dios; la visión de la nueva Jerusalén en Apocalipsis revela que la meta última de la creación es morar con Él. La exhortación final convoca a responder con adoración, arrepentimiento y entrega alegre de todo lo que se es y se tiene ante el Señor.
``Pero lo bueno es que, aunque nosotros no podemos llegar a dios, dios sí que baja para encontrarse con nosotros. Y eso se da en la obra y en la persona de Jesús. Jesús viene, se hace hombre, vive una vida perfecta, sin pecado, para después convertirse en el sacrificio por nosotros. Esa muerte que Jesús murió, no la murió porque él fuese culpable, yo era el culpable, él era el inocente. Él se puso en mi lugar.
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#CristoEnMiLugar
Pero la mayor bendición que nosotros podemos tener es dios mismo. Dios mismo es la mayor bendición que nosotros podemos tener. No lo que nos da, no lo que hace por nosotros, no lo que podamos obtener en esta tierra, sino dios mismo. Lo dicen los salmos muy claramente, Jehová es la porción de mi herencia y mi copa. Salmo 73 26. Mi carne y mi corazón desfallecen, mas la roca de mi corazón y mi porción es dios para siempre.
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#DiosLaMayorBendicion
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