"La renovación como parte de la misión de Dios "

The following article addresses resistance to change among Christians, exploring its biblical, theological, and psychological roots. Key biblical examples of transformation are highlighted—such as Abraham’s call and Israel’s exodus—where change was integral to God’s divine plan. Theologically, God’s immutability (as articulated by Thomas Aquinas) can be misinterpreted in ways that justify resistance, even though God dynamically engages with the world (as emphasized by Jürgen Moltmann). Culturally and psychologically, churches provide a sense of security, which may foster fear of change, as described by Peter Berger. Historical examples—such as the Protestant Reformation and abolitionism—illustrate how change has often been resisted within the church. Nevertheless, the sermon underscores that transformation is essential to Christian life, as Romans 12:2 affirms, and that believers are called to be agents of change in the world. Theologians like Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Walter Brueggemann stress the need for a prophetic disposition—one that dares to imagine and labor toward a future shaped by God’s reign. Ultimately, the sermon concludes that change is intrinsic to the Christian mission and must be embraced in faith, as it serves as a means for the ongoing renewal of both the world and our relationship with God.