Summary

This sermon focuses on the importance of honesty, integrity, and truth in the Christian life. The pastor discusses how true integrity can only come through having Christ living within us, and how this manifests through simplicity, transparency, and wholeness in our actions and words. The service included multiple baptisms, demonstrating the transformative power of accepting Christ and publicly declaring faith.

Intro Prayer

Lord, as we gather to discuss Your truth and integrity, we ask that You would open our hearts and minds to what You want to teach us today. Help us to be honest with ourselves and others as we explore what it means to live lives of genuine Christian integrity. Guide our discussion and help us to apply these truths to our daily walk with You. Amen.

Ice Breaker

When was the last time someone kept their word to you in a meaningful way? How did that make you feel?

Key Verses

Psalms 15:1-3

James 1:6-8

John 8:31-32

John 3:19-21

Questions

What does it mean to have integrity as a Christian?

How does living with integrity impact our witness to others?

Why do you think it's sometimes difficult to be completely honest?

What's the difference between 'situational truth' and God's truth?

How can we maintain integrity when facing pressure to compromise?

What role does the Holy Spirit play in helping us live with integrity?

How does being transparent about our struggles actually strengthen our testimony?

What practical steps can we take to better align our public and private lives?

Life Application

This week, identify one area where you might be wearing a 'mask' or living inconsistently with your Christian values. Commit to bringing that area into alignment with God's truth through prayer and intentional action.

Key Takeaways

True integrity can only come through having Christ live within us

Christian integrity involves simplicity, transparency, and wholeness

God's truth is absolute and unchanging, unlike situational truth

Living with integrity means being the same person in all situations

Truth will both make you free and set you free

Ending Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for showing us the importance of living lives of integrity. Help us to be people who reflect Your truth in all areas of our lives. Give us the courage to be transparent, the wisdom to be simple in our yes and no, and the strength to maintain our integrity even when it's difficult. In Jesus' name, Amen.