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Pastor Mike Fabarez

More Than a Creed, Part 3

September 16, 2014
What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus?  Are Christians defined by specific beliefs they claim?  Is being a disciple determined by the doctrines we know?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez teaches that being a Christian not only affects what we believe, but also how we think, act … and ultimately, live!  To be a follower of Jesus means there’s no area of life where Christ doesn’t have a say!
References: Hebrews 3:1

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Last time we were together, Mike Fabarez was explaining why a belief in Jesus should change everything about us.  While we trust Jesus for our eternal future, we may fail to trust Christ for our daily, present needs.  On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike continues our study today in Hebrews, chapter 3, and we’ll see that Christianity is much more than a set of doctrines.  It’s a belief that affects every aspect of our lives.
September 15, 2014
If you could spend an afternoon at the kitchen table, sipping a cup of coffee with your pastor, what questions would you ask him?
September 12, 2014
You ask the average person if she believes in God and you might hear “of course!”  But if we ask that same person if she’s a Christian, the answer could be “no.”  But how can that be?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that Christianity is much more than acknowledging some facts.  Jesus is not simply a belief we hold, but a Person who holds us.
September 11, 2014
The grace and forgiveness of God is a free gift.  There’s nothing we can do to earn it.  And we certainly don’t deserve it.  But just because that grace is free to us,doesn’t mean it didn’t cost God something.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shares The Cost and Benefits of the Incarnation.  We’ll gain a new appreciation for the price Jesus willingly paid to come and rescue us from the bondage of sin.
September 10, 2014
Christians proclaim that Jesus saves.  And while that’s true, what exactly does Jesus save us from?  Why did Jesus leave the riches of heaven to offer Himself as a sacrifice for us?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez turns to the book of Hebrews to find the purpose behind the amazing incarnation of Christ.  While some may say that Jesus came to make our lives better, or save us from our problems, Pastor Mike shows us the real reason … Why the Son Became One of Us
September 9, 2014
When hard times come they bring a lot of pain and a lot of questions. “Why me?” “Why now?” “Why this?” If God really loves us, why would He allow us to go through struggles, trials, and hurt? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers an encouraging, biblical perspective on tough times. Instead of focusing on the pain, we should look towards the purpose.
September 8, 2014
Today, we’ll hear Mike Fabarez address a practical question from our listening family ... one that you may have wondered about yourself!
September 5, 2014
No one goes through life untouched by trouble. Whether it’s financial hardships, health problems, or relational difficulties ... we’ve all experienced painful trials. In the midst of these dark storms we may ask ... "God, what did I do to deserve this?”  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez helps us find a haven of hope we can run to when life goes sideways. Within the pages of God’s Word we find places of security.
September 4, 2014
The life of a Christian isn’t always sunny. There are times when the dark clouds gather and the rainstorms roll in, threatening to drown us in trials and troubles. In those moments when we feel like we’re sinking, we desperately search for something to grab a hold of in order to weather those difficult times. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers biblical encouragement that we can cling to when life gets rough.
September 3, 2014
Here’s a question that’s often asked—If God is good ... why is there pain, suffering and injustice in the world? The answer to that important question has to do with “delegation.” In His grace and patience, God entrusted His creation with some level of authority. Unfortunately, people often abuse that power. But hang on ... ‘cause God will soon set everything right!
September 2, 2014
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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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