The attitude of the publican
Dr. Roberto Miranda
(Audio: Spanish)
SUMMARY: The parable of the Pharisee and the publican in Luke 18:9-14 illustrates that a person's justification in the presence of God does not depend on their actions, but rather on their heart and attitude. The Pharisee was proud and confident in his own righteousness, while the publican was broken and aware of his sin. The publican's repentance and confession of sin allowed him to receive God's grace and forgiveness, while the Pharisee's trust in his own works left him condemned. It is important to understand the interaction between grace and works in scripture, and that justification depends on humbly acknowledging sin and entrusting oneself to the mercy of God through Christ Jesus.
The speaker discusses the concept of sin and how humans are inherently sinful, even in small everyday actions like driving. He talks about Martin Luther's obsession with confessing sins and how he discovered the doctrine of salvation by grace through reading the Bible. The speaker emphasizes the importance of both grace and works in the Christian faith, and how God wants believers to live a life that is pleasing to Him. He also warns against abusing the law of God's mercy and becoming careless in one's behavior. The passage ends with an illustration of how the church takes precautions to prevent fires during renovations.
The speaker discusses the relationship between being a child of God and behaving like one. He uses the analogy of a sunflower to explain that a person's nature and behavior are interconnected, and that a child of God should naturally produce fruits that reflect their nature. He also emphasizes the importance of both faith and works, and how they are not contradictory but complementary. The speaker quotes from the book of James to support his argument and warns against the dangers of claiming to have faith without works. The speaker concludes by encouraging listeners to live in accordance with their nature as children of God.
The speaker discusses the complex system of salvation that God has established. He explains that once someone puts their faith in Jesus, they enter into peace with God and all their debts are paid. However, this does not mean they can continue to live a sinful life. The Holy Spirit is there to help guide and strengthen them to live according to God's commandments. The speaker invites anyone who has not made their peace with God to register in God's new system and receive forgiveness for their sins. He reminds them that there is more than enough grace in God's system to cover all their debts. The audience is encouraged to pray for those who come forward to receive forgiveness and to walk as children of God.
The speaker discusses the concept of sin and how humans are inherently sinful, even in small everyday actions like driving. He talks about Martin Luther's obsession with confessing sins and how he discovered the doctrine of salvation by grace through reading the Bible. The speaker emphasizes the importance of both grace and works in the Christian faith, and how God wants believers to live a life that is pleasing to Him. He also warns against abusing the law of God's mercy and becoming careless in one's behavior. The passage ends with an illustration of how the church takes precautions to prevent fires during renovations.
The speaker discusses the relationship between being a child of God and behaving like one. He uses the analogy of a sunflower to explain that a person's nature and behavior are interconnected, and that a child of God should naturally produce fruits that reflect their nature. He also emphasizes the importance of both faith and works, and how they are not contradictory but complementary. The speaker quotes from the book of James to support his argument and warns against the dangers of claiming to have faith without works. The speaker concludes by encouraging listeners to live in accordance with their nature as children of God.
The speaker discusses the complex system of salvation that God has established. He explains that once someone puts their faith in Jesus, they enter into peace with God and all their debts are paid. However, this does not mean they can continue to live a sinful life. The Holy Spirit is there to help guide and strengthen them to live according to God's commandments. The speaker invites anyone who has not made their peace with God to register in God's new system and receive forgiveness for their sins. He reminds them that there is more than enough grace in God's system to cover all their debts. The audience is encouraged to pray for those who come forward to receive forgiveness and to walk as children of God.
The word of the Lord says: "wake up you who sleep and Christ will light you up" so let's get ready because God has something very special. Pay attention to the word of God, that word is powerful to do transforming things in our lives this afternoon.
I want to invite you, there is a passage of scripture that reflects very well the topic we want to deal with; It is found in the Gospel according to Saint Luke chapter 18, Luke chapter 18, let's go to verse 9, a well-known passage.
I want to invite you, there is a passage of scripture that reflects very well the topic we want to deal with; It is found in the Gospel according to Saint Luke chapter 18, Luke chapter 18, let's go to verse 9, a well-known passage.
