God's Work in Evangelism, Part 1b
October 28, 2011
Have you ever shared the gospel with a family member or friend, and didn't get the response you expected? These set-backs can be a discouragement to evangelism, but today on Focal Point, we'll get a better understanding of why things don't always go our way. Mike Fabarez is in Romans 9, where we read some important principles about our role and God's role in evangelism.
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Romans 9:1-18
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If you've ever read through Romans, you know it's packed with some of the clearest statements in the whole Bible about theology, and our salvation in Christ. While doctrine is important, we can't forget the practical, relevant applications of the text, either. Today on Focal Point, we enter Romans 9. Perhaps you've wondered about your role in evangelism, or whether it even makes a difference. Pastor Mike Fabarez is clarifying those issues for us today.
October 27, 2011
Have you noticed that the feeling of discontentment follows us wherever we go? When we're single, we long to be married. When we're married, we miss the freedom that we had when we were single. But no matter what state we find ourselves in, the Bible presents a perspective on life that filters our experience through God's plan.
October 26, 2011
Marriage and family...these institutions form the basic building blocks of our culture, and the normal pattern for life. Today on Focal Point, we'll discover another biblical calling, even more admirable than marriage. Mike Fabarez is talking about God's plan for the unmarried.
October 25, 2011
In the Bible we read about God's ideal for marriage and family, but in a broken world, relationships often fall short of this ideal or fail altogether. Today on Focal Point, we'll talk about the tough reality of broken marriages, and how to pick up the pieces after a difficult divorce.
October 24, 2011
The Bible is filled with instruction for husbands, wives, parents and children alike. But when God's plan for the family is upset by divorce, it's an added challenge to pick up the pieces. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shares hope for those who've been through a broken marriage. Whether this describes you, or you have a friend or family member who's experienced the pain of divorce, it's crucial we know what God's Word has to say about this sensitive and timely issue.
October 21, 2011
Throughout the Bible, we see God's clear instruction to parents, to train and correct their children. Sometimes we can focus on disciplining the bad behavior and forget to encourage the good! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a biblical challenge for moms and dads to keep an appropriate balance.
October 20, 2011
There's always a new trend or philosophy about how to raise our kids. Parenting techniques have changed drastically over the last few decades with every passing fad. Moms and dads have access to reliable advice for raising healthy kids, that never changes. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez looks to the timeless principles found in God's Word.
October 19, 2011
When we read through the Bible, it's easy to gloss over sections that seem to apply to someone else. Today we'll study a passage directed to children and talk about the principles that apply to everyone, no matter your age. Today on Focal Point, you'll hear Mike Fabarez continue a study in Colossians 3. As parents we're called to raise obedient children, but truthfully, following the rules doesn't come naturally to any of us, parent and child alike!
October 18, 2011
When we're dealing with the terrible twos, or the teenager years, raising kids is a lot of work! While the Bible expects sons and daughters to obey their parents, moms and dads have an important role to play as well. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shows us faithful kids are a reflection of godly parents. See how parents encourage obedience in their sons and daughters!
October 17, 2011
Everyone appreciates a good leader. From a dynamic boss, to an inspiring sports hero, we respond when people step up and take the lead. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about applying that quality in the home. Pastor Mike is addressing the men today, and God's call on husbands to lead and love their wives.
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