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Celebrating God’s Unearned Forgiveness, Part 2

May 24, 2016
When receiving a gift, people can respond in many different ways. Some react with gratitude, or disappointment, or even a sense of expectancy. But today on Focal Point, we’ll learn how to rightly respond to God’s amazing gift of grace and love. Don’t miss a study about Celebrating God’s Unearned Forgivenes.
References: Romans 4:6-8

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By definition, a gift is unearned. Once a gift is expected, it’s no longer a present but merely a payment for a job done! So do we see God’s grace as a gift or something owed to us? Join Mike Fabarez today for a study in Romans called, Celebrating God’s Unearned Forgiveness.
May 23, 2016
The Bible tells us to “examine ourselves, to see whether we’re in the faith.” But how do we do this? How can we know if our faith is real? Today on Focal Point, we’ll sit down with Mike Fabarez to talk about checking ourselves and inspecting our faith for fruit. Don’t miss this enlightening edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
May 20, 2016
The Bible says we’re saved by grace alone. So does that mean our actions mean nothing? If we’re already forgiven, why should we follow God’s rules at all? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains the role of faith and works, through the life of an Old Testament character. We’re learning from the life of Abraham in Romans chapter 4.
May 19, 2016
Are we saved by what we do? Or is salvation all about what we believe? Or is simply “believing” enough for us to be saved? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez directs us to an enlightening passage in Romans that puts “what we do” and “why we do it” in proper, biblical perspective. Don’t miss this powerful study about Making Sense of Abraham’s Faith and Words.
May 18, 2016
According to the people of Israel, Abraham was the perfect model of a good and righteous person. But it wasn’t for the reason they thought! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shares why Abraham continues to be an example to us. Hear an important study about The Gospel According to Abraham .
May 17, 2016
Frank Sinatra famously sang, “I did it my way!” Those lyrics reflect the very natural feelings of satisfaction when have when we take pride in our accomplishments. But today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains why we really have no reason to brag about who we are or what we have. We’re learning to Read Scripture in Light of Salvation.
May 16, 2016
Creation is so consistent that we’ve drawn up principles called, “The laws of nature.” But every now and then, God steps in and breaks the very laws He created! Today on Focal Point, we’ll sit down with Mike Fabarez to talk about those times when God steps in and a miracle happens.
May 13, 2016
Is it fair when someone gets something they don’t deserve? Shouldn’t God reward those who worked harder and longer than others? Your answer has everything to do with your understanding of God’s generosity, and His reason for bestowing blessings that seem unfair! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez brings you a message that will change the way you understand “fairness.”
May 12, 2016
Are some people more valuable than others? Do you see one kind of sin as worse than another? Wednesday on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez delves into this important question, and explains the fairness of why … when it comes to the goodness of God’s grace, … God treats us all equally.
May 11, 2016
As a good judge, God can’t leave sin unpunished. And yet, as a loving Father, God wants to forgive. Is it possible for God to do both? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains why God’s plan for complete justice and grace demands a costly way out of sin -- through a holy, once-for-all sacrifice.
May 10, 2016
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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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