The Decision Before Delilah // Death to Distraction: Week 1 // Pastor Michael Todd

Stay Focused: Overcoming Distractions for a Purpose-Driven Life

Hello, family! I am so grateful that you’re here for today’s message. I just stepped off the stage, and I need to tell you—this sermon is about to change everything! Today, we’re diving into the importance of staying focused by putting an end to distractions. I can’t wait for you to hear this life-changing message.

But before we begin, I want to share something with you—this can be the best year of your life if it becomes your best spiritual year. One of the key parts of God’s plan for us is to live in community, supporting one another in faith. That’s why we’re launching Tribes at Transformation Church. If you feel called to lead—even online—you can create a group, connect with people worldwide, and grow in faith together. You’ll pray, learn, and walk in God’s purpose beyond just attending church. If this speaks to you, sign up today on our website!

Also, in just two weeks, we are celebrating our church anniversary! Pastor Natalie and I have been leading this incredible ministry for 10 years, and we’re throwing a celebration on February 2nd. If you’ve been thinking about visiting, this is the perfect Sunday to join us—it’s going to be unforgettable!

Now, let’s talk about today’s message: “The Death of Distraction.” This might be the most important series I’ve ever preached. If you apply these principles over the next eight weeks, you’ll eliminate delays and step fully into God’s plan. Let me be clear—God’s timing isn’t the issue. Many of us think He is moving too slowly, but the truth is, our lack of focus and obedience often holds us back.

So, let’s be honest—how many of you struggle with focus in some area of your life? Raise your hand. Now, raise the other hand if you have multiple areas where focus is a challenge. Okay—clap twice if you’re someone who rarely struggles with focus. If you didn’t clap, well, let’s just say we’re keeping it real today!

This message isn’t for your neighbor—it’s for you. Today is just the introduction, but it’s going to set the foundation for the entire year. If we don’t establish the right framework now, by March, distractions will creep in, and by summer, we’ll lose momentum. That’s why this year at Transformation Church, our word is FOCUS.

God also gave me a scripture for the year—and my prayer is that by December, you won’t even need to look it up because it will be written on your heart. This verse is our foundation:

Hebrews 12:1-2

I want everyone to stand up as we read this together. In the old-school church, we used to stand for the reading of God’s Word—not because standing itself is powerful, but to honor where we came from. So, let’s do this together!

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