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Encouraged, Part 2c

April 27, 2012
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In any group of people, you’ll find a wide range of preferences, opinions, convictions and tastes. It would be hard to get everyone to agree on where to go for lunch, let alone the more complicated issues of life. So what does the Bible mean when it calls the church to unity? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study in Romans 15, and explains what unity is, and what it’s not.

References: Romans 15:5-7

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Whether we’re hiking through the wilderness, standing up to a bully, or making a military attack, the principle holds true…there’s strength in numbers. It’s true of our spiritual life, as well! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about standing together as a church body. Today we’ll learn to guard against the attitudes that can weaken our congregations.
April 26, 2012
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Few things bring more joy and encouragement than spending time with the people we love. But when divisions and disagreements occur, these same relationships can be a source of pain! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a message in our study of Romans titled, "Encouraged." God provides everything we need to grow in our faith, and one important area of support is a healthy, loving community.
April 25, 2012
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The Bible is filled with hopeful passages about God’s love and our life beyond the grave. But when you’re going through tough times, you don’t need someone to pacify you with idle promises. You need the truth…even when it’s hard to hear. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a study in Romans about "The Encouragement of Scriptures." When we dig into God’s Word every single day, we receive the instruction and motivation we need for the Christian life.
April 24, 2012
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When you’re hoping something will go your way, it’s painful when your dreams are dashed with bad news. We hope for a bigger paycheck, for children, or a spouse. But wish as we may, we have little control over the outcome of our desires. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about something we can always count on…"The Encouragement of the Scriptures." When it comes to real hope for our lives, we can go straight to God’s Word.
April 23, 2012
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Perhaps you recall the great traditional hymn, “How firm a foundation you saints of the Lord, is laid for your faith in His excellent Word.” Today on Focal Point, we’ll hear how God’s Word provides the encouragement we need to stand strong in our faith. It’s the very first portion of a study in Romans titled, "Encouraged." As followers of Jesus, we’ll face difficult times, but we don’t have to do it alone!
April 20, 2012
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In Galatians 5:1 we read “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.” When we gain salvation through Jesus, we experience a new sense of freedom from having to perform. How we use this freedom says a lot about our faith in God. Over the last few weeks, Mike Fabarez has been talking about "The Black and White on Gray Areas." And today we’ll hear the very last portion of our study. It’s a message titled, "Keeping a Clear Conscience!"
April 19, 2012
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When we’re unsure about our actions, and we compromise here and there, it’s not unusual to feel a nagging sense of guilt. This feeling can stick with us, and wreak havoc on our peace of mind. There’s nothing more freeing than a clear conscience! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez picks up in a study of Romans 14. When it comes to the gray areas of life, it’s important we navigate them carefully.
April 18, 2012
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Have you ever been given a choice to make, and you felt conflicted about your decision? That nagging voice in the back of our mind makes us uneasy about what we’re about to do…sometimes for no apparent reason. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages us to pay careful attention to those unsettled feelings. It’s the final portion of a study in Romans 14 called, "The Black and White on Gray Areas." Today we’ll be talking about, "Keeping A Clear Conscience."
April 17, 2012
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Every baby is born with a keen sense of self-interest. Their only concern is for personal satisfaction and comfort. While it’s only natural to focus on our own needs and desires, we have to learn to look out for others. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study in Romans 14. We’ve been talking about our freedom as followers of Jesus. And today we’ll focus on putting others first.
April 16, 2012
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Almost two thousand years have gone by since the last words of the Bible were written. These truths have stood the test of time, and are just as relevant today. But when we’re faced with a situation that isn’t directly addressed by Scripture…how do we make a decision on how to proceed? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a study called, "The Black and White on Gray Areas." Romans 14 outlines a few important principles about our freedom in Christ.
April 13, 2012
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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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