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A Sharp Sword Part 1

March 4, 2011
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Pastor Mike Fabarez is in a study of Hebrews right now, and today we’re reminded of just how important God’s Word is to our lives. It is said that when the famous missionary, Dr. David Livingstone, started his trek across Africa, he had 73 books in 3 packs. After the party had gone 300 miles, Livingstone was obliged to throw away some of the books because of the fatigue of those carrying his baggage. As he continued on his journey, his library grew less and less, until he had but one book left—his Bible. Livingston knew how important God’s Word was to Him, and let’s be encouraged to get to that place ourselves. 
References: Hebrews 4:12

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We’re back in Hebrews today with Pastor Mike Fabarez. And today, we set out to  verify the reality of our faith, as we wrap up our series, “Am I Really a Christian?” Maybe there’s some lingering doubts in your mind as to where you’re at with God, or perhaps you really have no idea? We’d do well to check to see if what we have is real or not.
March 3, 2011
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Last time on Focal Point you may recall that we spent a good portion of our time discussing how we get in and stay in the family of God. It’s all by grace through faith, and not of ourselves. With that said, does that mean that we can go on living in sin once we’re saved? How do we really know for sure that we’re a Christian? Pastor Mike Fabarez has noticed three things that verify the reality of our faith, and you’ll find them in Hebrews four. 
March 2, 2011
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You have a good number of people today who are trying to earn their way into heaven. We learned last time on Focal Point that’s impossible to do, because the pricetag is too expensive. That would necessitate perfection on our part. There’s another large group of people who think once they get into the family of God, they can be kicked out due to bad behavior. Mike Fabarez wonders, "If we’re not good enough to get into the family of God, what makes us think we can be good enough to stay in?" We’ll consider that question today on Focal Point.
March 1, 2011
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If asked if you are you going to heaven when you die, what would you say? A few days before his death, Dr. F. B. Meyer wrote a very dear friend these words: “I have just heard, to my great surprise, that I have but a few days to live. It may be that before this reaches you, I shall have entered the palace. Don’t trouble to write. We shall meet in the morning.” Do you share that confidence friend? We can be absolutely sure that we’re on our way to heaven, and we’ll explain why today on Focal Point. 
February 28, 2011
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Is it o.k. to work on Sunday? Do I have to eat fish on Friday? Am I to stay away from bacon? As you may know, tons of books have come out suggesting that the dietary laws of the Old Testament are applicable today, and others tell us we’re disobeying God if we don’t worship on the right day of the week. Let’s explore Scripture for answers to these questions today on Focal Point. Mike Fabarez draws out the difference today between God’s moral law and His ceremonial law.
February 25, 2011
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Quite a bit is said in Christian circles these days about what to and not to eat, as well as what day we are to worship God on. While there are Scriptures that say we can’t please God unless we keep the Sabbath, and the Old Testament is full of ceremonial laws, is all of this something for 21st century believers? Let’s talk about that today on Focal Point.
February 24, 2011
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Have you ever stopped to think about how long eternity is? Mind boggling, isn’t it! The Bible clearly teaches that each of us will spend eternity in one of two places... heaven or hell! Which will it be for you? The stakes are high which makes it vitally important that we objectively evaluate where we’re at. So let’s do that now, as we join Pastor Mike in Hebrews 4.
February 23, 2011
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Hell... while you’re not likely to hear it preached from the majority of pulpits across America today, it was the focus of the preaching of Christ. It’s described with the imagery of eternal fire, outer darkness, being lost, perishing, and the like. Clearly it is horrible and is to be avoided at all costs, so today we begin a series that will help us determine if we’re really a Christian and on our way to heaven! 
February 22, 2011
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Do you know of someone who once walked an aisle, prayed a prayer, went to church for a while, but now denies Christ through their words and actions? What are we to make of this? Were they really a Christian? One of the big questions that really has existed for quite some time in the church is, “Can you lose your salvation?” This question really hits close to home when you’re talking about a family member or friend that once prayed a prayer but isn’t walking with the Lord now. Pastor Mike will take us to a few key spots in Scripture to help us understand why real Christians endure to the end.
February 21, 2011
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Recently we’ve been talking a great deal about faithfulness to God. First Pastor Mike Fabarez addressed our own faithfulness to Christ, and then last time, he showed us how we can be of some help to others with their obedience to the Lord. Today as our series, “Faithful to God,” continues we address something that is greatly discussed and debated within the church: Is our salvation contingent upon whether or not we are faithful? Let’s find our place in Hebrews three, and find out together. 
February 18, 2011
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About Focal Point

Focal Point is the Bible teaching ministry of author and pastor Mike Fabarez. Focal Point explores and proclaims the depths of Scripture on its daily radio broadcast and is dedicated to clearly explaining the truth of God’s Word.

About Pastor Mike Fabarez

Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in South Orange County, California and has been in pastoral ministry for more than 30 years. He is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse and encourages his listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives.

Pastor Mike is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Talbot School of Theology (M.A.) and Westminster Theological Seminary in California (D.Min.).

Mike is heard on hundreds of radio programs across the country on the Focal Point radio program and has authored several books, including Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, Preaching That Changes Lives, Getting It Right, Praying for Sunday, and Why the Bible?

Mike and his wife, Carlynn, reside in Laguna Hills, California and they have three children, Matthew, John and Stephanie.

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