Know the Truth with Todd D McDonald

We are in a spiritual battle against satanic forces of evil. We need to understand satan's strategy of attack in order to recognize him when he comes at us and to overcome him by faith.

We are fighting an unseen enemy that should not be underestimated. He is the master of temptation and deception. As followers of Jesus Christ, we need to be spiritually savvy - knowing his tactics - in order to resist and overcome his schemes.

Christians live in a world that conflicts with principles of righteousness and holiness. Pressures to conform to the world are all around us in literally every system in which we live, work, and play. We must have a made-up mind, going against the flow, and resisting the spirit of compromise.

This message is a continuation of last week's sermon -- Cost of Living in Sodom -- based on the story of Lot. As Christians, we must maintain a clear separation between sin and righteousness. The cost is too great to compromise ourselves.

This sermon series is a politically incorrect message - nevertheless, it's the truth from God's Word. This series is counter-cultural; and it focuses on a loving God's response to a rebellious, unrepentant people. Sin is deceptive; and flirting with sin comes with a great cost. Christians must therefore flee the appearance of evil.

How important is our faith in Christ? In this sermon, we look at the significance of faith in Christ's resurrection. Through faith, we are victorious in the Lord. We overcome because we believe Jesus died and arose from the dead triumphantly.

In this Easter message, we continue to look at the events surrounding Jesus' death and resurrection. When the women came to the tomb, the stone was rolled away and the tomb was empty. Let's consider the impact of these events and the hope it brings.

In this third sermon of the Easter series, we consider the crucifixion of Christ from the perspective of the centurion who exclaimed, "Truly this man was the Son of God." This sermon aims to answer the question, "What does it take to convince a person to believe in Christ?"

In this second sermon in the Easter series, we look at Christ's suffering on the cross. Jesus cried, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" In this sermon, we'll see that sin is a godforsaken condition; but through Jesus Christ, we are not forsaken.

This sermon is the first in an Easter series. We begin with a sermon focusing on Judas' betrayal and Peter's denial of Jesus. In the coming weeks, we will continue to reflect on the events surrounding the death and resurrection of Christ.

Mercy mitigates against judgment. It provides the balance that results in true justice. Let's explore mercy in the life and character of a true Christian.

This sermon is part two of "Righteousness" based on the Beatitude in Matthew 5:6, "Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled." Be sure to listen to part one of the sermon.

This is the first part of the sermon, "Righteousness." What does righteousness mean? What is the blessing of pursuing God's righteousness? Let's investigate the pursuit of righteousness.

Prayer is essential to the life and power of the church. We must be a people committed to prayer and intercession. This sermon explores prevailing with God in prayer. When we prevail in prayer, God will move in our lives.

This week's sermon focuses on the priority of prayer. When God's people commit themselves wholeheartedly to prayer and intercession, they experience victory in the church. Powerful praying is the arrow of the Lord's deliverance. Let's go to the story of Elisha on his deathbed, and then consider the impact of prayer in the church.

This week's sermon focuses on the life of the patriarch Isaac, son of Abraham and heir of the promises of God. Each generation must take up the responsibility to embrace and discover the faith and promises of God.

"But you will receive power, after the Holy Ghost comes upon you" (Acts 1:8). The Holy Ghost is the empowerment of the church in these last days. We need him to fulfill God's purpose in the church unto the coming of the Lord.

As we move into the new year, let's consider what it means to move forward. The motion of the church is forward. God's Word is calling us toward his purpose and goal for his church.

We live in a world where the name of Jesus Christ is seldom mentioned other than at home or at church. The system of this world has worked to suppress the name of Jesus. The birth of God's only begotten Son brought this declaration, ". . . you shall call him JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins." This week's sermon focuses on the great name of Jesus - the name above all names.

The announcement of the birth of Christ came with the promise of peace on earth. Indeed, through Jesus Christ, we find peace and reconciliation with God - a peace the world does not comprehend.

This message looks at the true celebration of Christmas, and what it means for us as Christians. Celebrating Christmas means knowing Christ - knowing him as Lord and Savior. Is it Christmas in your heart?

This is the second sermon in a Christmas series. Christ's coming was right on time. He came when God was ready, fulfilling the prophecies of the Scriptures.

The birth of Christ brought the hope of our victory over sin and the world. Christmas is a celebration of our victory in Jesus.

For this message, we look to the story of Elijah at Mt. Carmel in 1 Kings 18. After Elijah confronted the false prophets and proved the power of God, he prayed in faith for rain, according to the word of the Lord, and God sent rain to the land of Israel. This sermon is a message of restoration and revival for the people of God.

In this series on prayer, we look at the meaning and practice of "unceasing prayer." Of course, we cannot pray 24 hours a day, but we can maintain a continual spirit of prayer by abiding in the Holy Spirit. We should therefore remain prayerful in all we do.