Culto del 18 de enero de 2026

Name: Culto del 18 de enero de 2026
Uploaded: 2026-01-19T07:55:38.000Z
Duration: 3 h 32 min 9 s

Worshiping the Sovereign God

The Nature of God

The speaker emphasizes God's authority, stating that even the winds obey Him and He has the power to raise the dead with just a word.

Highlights Jesus as exalted above all names, asserting that salvation is found only in Him, reinforcing His uniqueness and divine nature.

Reiterates God's attributes: omnipotence, sovereignty, mercy, and saving power; acknowledges Jesus as the glorious Redeemer who conquers death and sin.

Community Worship

Welcomes attendees to worship together on January 18, 2026; expresses joy in gathering at Cordero de Dios church.

Invites everyone to stand for prayer, recognizing God as their rock and refuge; emphasizes reliance on Christ's sacrifice for access to God.

Scriptural Reading

Introduces Psalm 138:1-2 and verses 4-5 for communal reading; encourages heartfelt praise towards God for His love and faithfulness.

Declares that all kings will praise God upon hearing His words; highlights God's greatness and glory through collective worship.

Themes of Praise

Encourages continued worship through music, focusing on bringing glory to God.

Describes God's power over creation; invites expressions of joy despite personal struggles due to God's presence.

Acknowledgment of Holiness

Proclaims God's goodness through song while reflecting on His sacrificial love demonstrated by Christ.

Celebrates creation's response to God's majesty; calls for unity in praising Him for His wonders.

Reverence in Worship

Calls attention to holiness with repeated affirmations of "Santo" (Holy), acknowledging the Trinity's blessedness.

Concludes with a reminder of God's omnipotence seen throughout creation; invites all humanity to honor Him reverently.

Transition into Scripture Reading

Shifts focus back to scripture by preparing to read Isaiah 61:1–2 and verses 10–11 alternately among congregants.

The Power of God's Word and Salvation

The Role of the Spirit and Salvation

The speaker references Isaiah, emphasizing that the Spirit of the Lord empowers believers to spread good news, heal hearts, and proclaim freedom.

The imagery of being clothed in salvation and righteousness is highlighted, comparing it to a bride adorned for her wedding, symbolizing purity and joy.

Continuous repentance is presented as essential for spiritual growth; Psalm 51 is quoted to illustrate the need for purification and restoration from sin.

Confession and Worship

A call to worship through confession is made, encouraging attendees to acknowledge their sins before God while seeking His forgiveness.

The importance of approaching God with a repentant heart is emphasized during a musical interlude, reminding participants of the gospel's saving power.

Prayer for Forgiveness

A communal prayer acknowledges human shortcomings in loving God fully or loving others; it seeks divine mercy and restoration of joy in salvation.

The prayer expresses a desire for holy hatred towards sin while also asking for God's forgiveness and restoration.

Experiencing Joy Through Faith

Emphasis on living out one's faith authentically by relying on God's grace; this includes resisting evil influences.

Restoration of joy comes from believing in Christ’s forgiveness; Isaiah 43:25 reassures believers that God forgets their transgressions.

Celebration of Salvation

Participants are invited to stand and celebrate their salvation through song, reflecting on God's love demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice.

Lyrics express wonder at Christ's love which leads to redemption; themes include mercy received despite being sinners.

Reflection on Personal Experience

The speaker shares personal reflections on Charles Wesley’s hymn about experiencing darkness before receiving light from Christ.

A reminder that there is no condemnation for those who believe in Jesus; they live under His grace.

Trusting in God's Goodness

Encouragement to trust in God’s goodness as expressed in Psalm 84:11–12; blessings come from living righteously.

Recognition that life can be challenging but trusting God provides peace amidst difficulties faced at the start of the year.

Prayer and Community Engagement

Opening Prayer and Acknowledgment of Needs

The speaker references Psalm 84, emphasizing God as a protector and guide for His children, illuminating their paths.

A plea is made for God to hear the needs of His people, highlighting the personal relationship between God and individuals.

The prayer includes requests for healing, wisdom, and support for those in need, reinforcing reliance on God's provision.

National Concerns and Hope

The speaker expresses concern for national issues while affirming that hope lies not in human leaders but in God's ultimate justice.

Emphasis is placed on sharing the gospel as a source of true hope that transforms lives from within.

Gratitude and Offerings

A transition to worship through tithes and offerings is introduced, referencing Deuteronomy 16 about giving generously.

A prayer of gratitude is offered for work opportunities and a request for blessings on contributions towards God's kingdom.

Children's Ministry Announcement

Invitation to Children

Children are invited to participate in ministry activities with teachers awaiting them, indicating an emphasis on nurturing faith from a young age.

University Ministry Focus

Importance of University Outreach

The speaker highlights Mexico as a significant university city where spreading the gospel is crucial among students.

Personal Testimony

A personal experience at Tecnológico de Monterrey illustrates the impact of finding Christian community during university studies.

Compañerismo Estudiantil Overview

Introduction to Compañerismo Estudiantil

Hendy introduces himself as part of Compañerismo Estudiantil (student fellowship), which aims to unite students in mission work.

Addressing Student Challenges

The challenges faced by new university students regarding faith and identity are acknowledged; many encounter crises due to academic pressures.

Mission Statement of Compañerismo Estudiantil

Purposeful Evangelism

Alejandra shares Compañerismo Estudiantil’s mission: "students reaching students with the gospel," focusing on equipping peers with theological tools.

Compa: A Movement for Christian Fellowship in Universities

Overview of Compa's Mission and Activities

Compa focuses on fostering a life of prayer, community, and evangelism among students and professionals through Bible study meetings in various settings.

The movement operates nationally across Mexico, with a presence in 120 university campuses, aiming to create communities of hope rooted in the gospel of Jesus.

In the past year alone, Compa has trained 532 students both online and in-person, with 174 joining to explore the Christian faith.

Regional Presence and Expansion

The organization is primarily based in Mexico City but collaborates with other states like Guerrero for pioneering work. They are expanding into new areas such as Say Condesa.

Specific campuses mentioned include ESIA Zacatenco, UNITEC Cuitláu, and others where they aim to establish strong student groups.

How to Get Involved with Compa

Individuals can support the movement through prayer for its ongoing challenges and needs within their communities. This is crucial as they adapt to changing circumstances.

Students or professionals are encouraged to start their own groups or join existing ones at their universities or workplaces. Financial contributions are also welcomed to support workers within the ministry.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

Compa will host national and regional camps; this year's regional camp will take place from January 31 to February 2 in Acapulco at a cost of 1700 pesos, open to university students and high schoolers alike.

Importance of Community Engagement

The speaker emphasizes the significance of finding a group of believers during university years as it plays a vital role in spiritual growth and outreach efforts within academic environments. Support from congregations helps sustain these ministries financially through tithes and offerings.

A call is made for university students present to step up by either joining an existing group or starting one themselves as part of their commitment to spreading the gospel on campus. This initiative aims at transforming lives through Christ's message of hope and freedom.

The Meaning of Life and Transformation Through Christ

Prayer for Transformation

The speaker prays for the opening of more groups in universities to transform lives through the gospel. They emphasize that this transformation can affect families, jobs, and cities.

Invitation to Connect

After the prayer, the speaker encourages attendees to approach Alejandra and Carlos Hendy after the service to discuss how they can pray for them or start a Christian fellowship group at their university.

Introduction to Scripture

The speaker invites everyone to open their Bibles to Matthew 22:1-14 as they continue with their series titled "The Gospel of the King." This marks message number 49 in the series.

Parable of the Wedding Banquet

Jesus tells a parable about a king who prepares a wedding banquet but is rejected by his invited guests. The king sends out servants again, only to have some guests mistreat them. In anger, he destroys those who refused his invitation. He then invites anyone found on the streets, filling his banquet hall with both good and bad guests.

Consequences of Rejection

Upon entering, the king notices one guest without wedding attire and questions him. When he cannot respond, he orders him bound and cast out into darkness where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, concluding that many are invited but few are chosen.

Understanding God's Love

Opening Prayer for Insight

A prayer is offered asking God to open hearts and minds to understand His word better through guidance from the Holy Spirit so that believers may be transformed in their relationship with Him and others.

Personal Story: Elton John's Experience

The speaker shares an anecdote about Elton John discussing his strained relationship with his father during an interview, highlighting feelings of unworthiness and longing for approval which resonate with many people's experiences regarding love from parents or significant others.

Struggles with Self-Worth

Many individuals struggle with feeling unworthy of love due to past experiences; this leads them to seek validation through actions aimed at pleasing others rather than being true selves. This behavior often results in self-harm while trying desperately for acceptance or love from others.

Projecting Human Relationships onto God

People often project their feelings of unworthiness onto God, believing they must earn His love through deeds or becoming someone special instead of accepting unconditional love already offered by Him. This misconception creates barriers in understanding divine grace and acceptance.

Key Questions About Worthiness

The central question posed is what makes one worthy of God's love? The speaker outlines three key aspects:

Patience: God's enduring patience towards humanity.

Provision: How God provides for our needs.

Power: The transformative power inherent in God's love.

This sets up further exploration into these themes throughout the sermon series on Matthew's Gospel leading up to Easter week celebrations ahead.

Understanding the Parable of the Wedding Banquet

Context of the Message

The discussion is set during Holy Week, focusing on Jesus' lament over Jerusalem, highlighting Israel's rejection of their Messiah.

Emphasizes that Jesus’ parables must be understood within this context; they are not arbitrary but directed towards specific audiences.

The Patience of God

Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a king who prepares a wedding banquet for his son, illustrating God's invitation to humanity.

The Bible can be summarized as a story of redemption consisting of four parts: creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. It can also be viewed as a wedding narrative.

Characters in the Story

Key figures include:

The King: Represents God.

The Son: Symbolizes Jesus Christ.

The Guests: Those invited to the banquet, representing various responses to God's call.

The Servants: Depict God's prophets delivering His message.

Biblical Significance of Weddings

John the Baptist refers to Jesus as the bridegroom and himself as the best man, expressing joy at witnessing their union (John 3:29).

Paul connects marriage with Christ’s love for the church in Ephesians, indicating that biblical narratives begin and end with weddings (Genesis 2:24; Revelation 19:7).

Response to Invitations

The church is depicted as Christ's bride prepared for Him. This raises questions about how individuals respond to God's invitation.

The parable illustrates multiple invitations extended by God and varying human rejections.

Invitation Dynamics

There are two types of invitations mentioned:

A general invitation followed by a more specific one detailing time and place.

Despite these efforts, many guests refuse to attend.

Emotional Impact of Rejection

Reflecting on personal experiences like wedding planning highlights feelings associated with unresponsive guests—paralleling how God feels when His invitations are ignored.

The Patience of God and the Invitation to His Banquet

The King's Invitation

The king extends an invitation for a grand banquet, emphasizing the importance of attendance. He offers a menu to entice guests, indicating that he values their presence.

Despite the king's efforts, responses range from indifference to hostility; some guests ignore the invitation entirely while others mistreat the messengers.

God's Patience

The parable illustrates God's incredible patience as He continues to invite people despite repeated rejections. This reflects His desire for all to come to repentance.

The apostle Peter highlights that God's patience is meant for salvation, suggesting that Christ's return is delayed until all who are meant to be part of His bride are gathered.

A Story of Love and Waiting

A story shared by Pastor Hadon Robinson depicts a husband's unwavering love and patience for his ill wife, paralleling God's love for humanity.

After numerous attempts to help her recover, the husband remains devoted, showcasing how true love involves waiting patiently through difficult times.

Divine Patience as Worthiness

The essence of being worthy of God's love lies not in human actions but in recognizing and accepting His patient love towards us.

Biblical references emphasize that even the greatest sinners can find mercy through Christ’s demonstration of patience as an example for believers.

Extending Patience to Others

Believers are encouraged to mirror God’s patience in their relationships with others, including family members and friends.

Recognizing God’s patient love should inspire individuals to extend similar grace and understanding towards those around them.

Provision Through Invitations

Following initial rejections, the king sends out more invitations, demonstrating generosity by inviting everyone—good or bad—to fill his banquet hall.

This aspect challenges religious beliefs about worthiness based on goodness alone; it emphasizes inclusivity in God’s call regardless of one's past.

The Wedding Banquet: Understanding the Invitation

The Unexpected Guests

The king's banquet is filled with unexpected guests, highlighting that many were not initially invited but still found their way in.

A key moment occurs when a man is expelled from the wedding for not wearing appropriate attire, emphasizing the importance of being properly dressed for such an occasion.

The Dress Code and Its Significance

The king notices a guest without wedding attire, raising questions about how this individual gained entry without proper clothing.

It’s suggested that the only logical explanation for the guests' attire is that they were provided royal garments by the king himself.

The Consequences of Ignoring Standards

The man who was thrown out likely believed his own clothing was sufficient, indicating a misunderstanding of what was required to attend the royal event.

His silence when questioned suggests he felt justified in his choice of attire, which ultimately led to his exclusion from the celebration.

Righteousness and Acceptance

Jesus teaches in Matthew 5:20 that one must possess righteousness exceeding that of religious leaders to enter God's kingdom.

This challenges listeners to reflect on their own standards of righteousness compared to those deemed acceptable by society.

Biblical Imagery of Clothing and Righteousness

In Genesis 3, Adam and Eve attempt to cover their shame with fig leaves; God provides them with proper garments instead.

Isaiah 61 speaks of being clothed in salvation and righteousness, illustrating how divine acceptance is linked to being properly attired spiritually.

Transformation Through Christ

2 Corinthians 5:21 explains how Jesus took on humanity's sinfulness so believers could be seen as righteous before God.

At the cross, Jesus exchanges His purity for humanity's sinfulness, allowing believers access to divine grace through repentance and faith.

Divine Provision for Acceptance

Salvation cannot be earned or purchased; it is a gift from God who provides spiritual garments necessary for entering His presence.

Believers are adorned with fine linen at the wedding feast of the Lamb, symbolizing Christ’s sacrifice as the source of their worthiness.

Understanding Insecurity and the Nature of Love

The Reality of Insecurity

The speaker addresses the commonality of insecurity among adolescents, emphasizing that everyone, including parents and leaders, experiences it.

Despite achieving goals, individuals often grapple with deep-seated insecurities that may not be outwardly visible.

Combatting Insecurity

A typical response to insecurity is an attempt to bolster self-esteem through affirmations about one's worth or abilities.

However, building self-worth on a foundation of insecurity is ultimately futile as it fails to create genuine value in oneself.

Understanding Value and Love

The concept of love is tied to perceived value; people often express love for possessions based on their cost or significance.

An analogy is drawn between childhood security objects (like blankets or toys) and how they hold value due to emotional attachment rather than intrinsic worth.

Divine Love as a Model

God's love is presented as unconditional; it does not depend on personal achievements or attributes but exists simply because He chooses to love us.

This divine provision grants individuals dignity and value through Jesus' righteousness, allowing them to stand before God confidently.

The Power of God's Love

Three aspects make one worthy of God's love: His patience, provision, and power.

Patience reflects His enduring nature despite human flaws.

Provision signifies the grace offered through faith in Christ.

Power manifests in liberation from sin via judgment and salvation.

Judgment and Salvation

The speaker references biblical passages illustrating God's commitment to justice against sin while also offering salvation through Christ's sacrifice.

Historical context is provided regarding Israel's rejection of the Messiah leading to consequences depicted in scripture.

Justice as an Expression of Love

There’s a strong connection made between God’s judgment and His love; true justice aims at eradicating what harms humanity without destroying individuals themselves.

Jesus’ sacrifice represents God’s commitment to addressing sin while preserving human life—highlighting the paradoxical nature of divine justice intertwined with love.

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The Doctrine of Election and Assurance of Salvation

Understanding Jesus' Teachings on Election

Jesus speaks about the concept of being "many called, but few chosen," highlighting the rejection faced by many invited to salvation.

The Apostle Paul in Ephesians 1:4 emphasizes that God chose believers in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless. This introduces the doctrine of election.

God's Purpose in Choosing Individuals

God is preparing a bride for His Son, having chosen individuals like Fernando and others out of pure affection, as stated in Ephesians 1:5. This choice is not based on merit but solely on God's will.

The doctrine can be challenging for some, yet it brings great blessings, including the assurance that one has been chosen by grace despite unworthiness.

The Nature of Christ's Sacrifice

Jesus did not die merely to make salvation possible; He died to secure it completely for His church, declaring "It is finished" at His crucifixion. This underscores the certainty of salvation for those who believe.

Each believer has a personal connection with Christ’s sacrifice—He died specifically for individuals by name, reinforcing the intimate relationship between Christ and His followers.

Assurance Through Faith and Repentance

Believers find security in their salvation because it relies on Jesus’ perfect life, death, and resurrection rather than their own efforts or doubts during difficult times. “It is finished” serves as a reminder of this assurance amidst struggles.

Salvation is presented as complete upon acceptance through repentance and faith; it does not require self-effort akin to assembling furniture from IKEA—it comes fully assembled through Christ's work.

Invitation to Embrace Salvation

An invitation is extended to those uncertain about their place within the Church (the bride of Christ) to repent from sin and trust in Jesus as Savior today—emphasizing God's patience until a time when this opportunity may close.

Closing Prayer and Blessing

A prayer expresses gratitude for God’s mercy throughout biblical history, likening earthly marriage to the divine union between Christ and His Church while affirming believers' worthiness through God's love alone—not personal merit or interest in salvation prior to calling them into faith.

The session concludes with a priestly blessing from Numbers 6:24–26, invoking peace and favor upon all present as they depart with renewed assurance in God’s love and presence throughout their lives.

Celebration of Love and Divine Authority

Joyful Expressions of Love

The atmosphere is filled with joy as the speaker expresses happiness, emphasizing that "He loves you" repeatedly, creating a celebratory tone.

The message conveys blessings to those in love, highlighting the importance of divine favor in relationships.

Announcements and Weddings

The speaker shares important announcements regarding three weddings scheduled since last year, indicating community engagement and celebration.

José and Ametis are specifically mentioned as a couple preparing for marriage, showcasing personal connections within the community.

Divine Sovereignty and Power

The speaker reflects on God's authority over nature, stating that even winds obey Him, illustrating His omnipotence.

Emphasis is placed on God’s ability to resurrect the dead with just a word, reinforcing themes of faith and divine intervention.