Honesty: Why Integrity Matters

City Bible Church Sacramento

Honesty: Why Integrity Matters

Matthew 5:33-37

July 18, 2021 • Vlad Burlaka

As kingdom citizens, what we say matters. A new heart results in a new tongue, and words are not cheap.

Why is honesty important to God? Why should honesty be important to us?

1. Lying Dishonors the Name of God
2. Honesty Promotes the Character of God

Jesus: The Greatest Preacher

November 21, 2021 • Vlad Burlaka • Matthew 7:28–29

Jesus has concluded His great Sermon. As we descend the mount, Matthew wants us to walk away thinking about two important words: 1. Astonishment 2. Authority

Building on the Rock

November 14, 2021 • Vlad Burlaka • Matthew 7:24–27

In hearing the Sermon on the Mount, we are now responsible to respond. Which foundation are we building on? Two Pictures in Matthew 7:24-27 1. A Positive Example to Follow 2. A Negative Example to Avoid

Not Everyone Goes to Heaven

November 7, 2021 • Vlad Burlaka • Matthew 7:21–23

Roughly seven-in-ten (72%) Americans say they believe in heaven. Are you confident? Are you sure? Are you clear in your understanding? As Jesus drew near to the end of the Sermon on the Mount, He takes the time to remind us of how serious the topic of salvation is. And the way He does this is by stressing that, "Not Everyone Gets To Go To Heaven.” Not everyone who claims to be a Christian will go to heaven. Martyn Lloyd-Jones said, "These, surely, are in many ways the most solemn words ever uttered in this world." Let’s be sure we are Kingdom Citizens by answering three vital and significant questions. When it comes to the false converts: 1. What did they possess? 2. What did they lack? 3. What's the heart of the issue?