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Jesus, Son of Abraham: Grateful for An Inclusive God, Part 1

January 28, 2014
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The Ancestry of Christ

“For God so loved Israel, that He gave His one and only Son to that particular people.”  Well, if you’re familiar with John 3:16, you know that is not how the verse reads at all!  The Bible says clearly that “God so loved … the world.”  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez traces God’s love for all people back thousands of years to a guy named Abraham.  From his family would come a Savior for the world.
References: Luke 3:32-34

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The Ancestry of ChristEver met someone who makes a lot of guarantees but never comes through? Your confidence in that person is thin, because you know that just because they say it, doesn’t mean they’ll do it.  On the flip side, if someone has never gone back on their word, that engenders a lot of trust!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez provides evidence that we can take God at His word.
January 27, 2014
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The Ancestry of ChristDavid was shepherd, a poet and the greatest king his nation had ever seen.  Jesus was a humble carpenter, a wise teacher and the promised Messiah.  So where’s the connection between these two historical figures?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez traces for us the relation between Jesus and King David.  And what we’ll find is that the genealogy of Christ can build our assurance in the reliability of God!
January 24, 2014
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The Ancestry of ChristThere are exciting parts of the Bible, like fiery chariots in the sky and giant fish swallowing prophets!  But then there’s the “not-so-exciting” parts of Scripture … like the biblical genealogies.  Does it really matter who’s related to who?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains why understanding Jesus’ family tree is not only important, but exciting!  Because as we trace back the Savior’s heritage, our faith gets stronger!
January 23, 2014
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The Harsh But Good NewsCalled to the witness stand, the court bailiff will charge us to “tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.”  And as witnesses for Jesus, we have the same responsibility to tell the complete message of the gospel!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez looks at the example of John the Baptist who didn’t flinch, gloss over or subtract anything from The Harsh But Good News.
January 22, 2014
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The Harsh But Good NewsWhen we finally work up the courage to share the good news, it’s tempting to start with the truth of God’s love.  But that would mean skipping over a crucial part of the message … the sensitive topic of sin and judgment!  But without knowing their for salvation, why would anyone turn to a Savior?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez will lay out The Harsh But Good News.
January 21, 2014
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The Harsh But Good NewsWe talk often about the love of God, and rightly so!  Scripture tells us that God is an infinite source of mercy and compassion.  But there’s another aspect of God’s character that rarely gets as much notice.  And that’s His justice.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez addresses a sensitive, but critical component of the gospel.
January 20, 2014
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The Harsh But Good News We all carry around an internal list of our accomplishments, talents, or trophies.  It’s the résumé of our worth.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that whether our résumés of righteousness are large or small, none of our good works move us any closer to God.  The grace and love of the Lord is not the result of zealous self-improvement, but a humble reliance on the finished work of Christ.
January 17, 2014
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The Harsh But Good NewsStanding side- by- side with others in the world, we may look pretty good in comparison.  Up against a laundry list of evils committed, we may stand a little straighter as good and decent people.  However, if we were to measure ourselves against the Bible’s standards for righteousness, the answer is a bit more humbling.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shoots straight about where we stand in relation to God’s standards.
January 16, 2014
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The Harsh But Good News It’s human nature to inflate our own importance and exaggerate our accomplishments.  Whether to impress those around us, or convince ourselves of our own worth, we may tend to act as if we have it all together.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez is looking at the gospel of Luke, Chapter 3, to help us see ourselves in the right perspective.
January 15, 2014
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The Harsh But Good NewsThey say, “actions speak louder than words.”  So what do our actions say about our relationship with God?  Is the evidence of our lives complimentary or contradictory to the words coming out of our mouths?  On this edition of Focal Point, as we continue our study on John the Baptist, Mike Fabarez shows us why what we say must be backed up by how we live.
January 14, 2014
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Does the Lord Seem Far Off?
The Psalms speak to the human heart drawing us to worship and thankfulness in times of plenty and comforting us in times of trouble and distress. But what if you could uncover even more richness from God's songbook by understanding the context and intent of the psalmist? Now you can. Be sure to request the book Psalms: Everyday Bible Commentary by Robert L. Alden with your generous donation this month.
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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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