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Pastor Mike Fabarez

Nice Guys Finish First, Part 2b

August 30, 2012
Every day, there are countless things vying for our attention. Piles of paperwork at the office. A growing family to look after. Errands to run. In our busy schedules, where do we find time to serve others? Today on Focal Point, we’ll learn how to make room for some of the greatest joys in life. Mike Fabarez digs into 1 Corinthians 9 for inspiration to invest in the lives of others.
References: 1 Corinthians 9

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One of the greatest joys we can experience in this life is leading a friend or family member to faith in Jesus. Maybe you’ve experienced this amazing privilege yourself! If we’re going to make a positive difference in the lives of others, it will likely involve some sacrifices on our part. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez describes the cost, and also the significance of investing in other people.
August 29, 2012
Many people view the Bible as a list of rules and regulations, but as we’ll come to discover, Scripture isn’t a collection of do’s and don’ts! It’s actually a declaration of our freedom! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages us to celebrate our freedom in Jesus Christ, but he also reminds us to balance those liberties with a genuine concern for others.
August 28, 2012
There are moments in life we hesitate to make a decision, not knowing whether it’s wrong or right. Fortunately, you and I have a built in compass…an inner voice that can help keep us on the straight and narrow road! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez investigates what the Bible has to say about our conscience. In the gray areas of life, where the Bible gives no clear direction, we can trust our conscience to guide us.
August 27, 2012
Every experienced skydiver studies a checklist before leaping out of the plane. He knows that a hasty decision, or an ill-timed jump, can lead to a hazardous situation! Today on Focal Point, we’re studying God’s checklist for wise decision-making. Just like that skydiver, we shouldn’t rush into new opportunities without first answering some important questions. It’s possible you have an important choice to make. Mike Fabarez is looking at 1 Corinthians 7 for guidance.
August 24, 2012
Throughout the Bible, we read tragic stories of people who rushed to hasty decisions. Most of us can think back to certain choices and say, “I wish I could have a do-over on that one!” Thankfully, when we’re struggling over difficult decisions, we can look to God’s Word for guidance on how to move forward. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez gives us a critical component to making the right choice.
August 23, 2012
Being a follower of Jesus doesn’t guarantee our life will be a bed of roses. There can be moments we find ourselves in a garden of thorns instead! It’s in those prickly predicaments that our trust in God is really put to the test. Today on Focal Point, we’re learning how to find contentment, even in the most impossible situations. Mike Fabarez is picking up where he left off yesterday in a study of 1 Corinthians 7. It’s a message called…"Trusting God in a Stinky Field!"
August 22, 2012
When our troubles are few and our burdens are light, it’s easy to be at peace with our situation. But how do we find contentment when the bottom drops out, and we’re left hanging by a thread? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez opens to 1 Corinthians to help us find satisfaction in God, even when life’s tough. We’ll find that lasting contentment isn’t found in our circumstances! It’s really a matter of our attitude!
August 21, 2012
When we’re struggling with contentment, we often begin to feel unsettled and out of place. We might wonder whether the place we work, live, or serve is really where we belong. Discouraged with our circumstances, we may even be tempted to uproot and find greener pastures. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that God has a purpose for our present situation. We need to trust God and grow right where we’re planted.
August 20, 2012
What’s on your wish list for the future? A nicer house? A newer car? Or a bigger TV? It’s all well and good to enjoy the creature-comforts life affords, but when we spend too much time dwelling on what we don’t have we can easily get trapped in the nagging feelings of disappointment. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shares a biblical strategy, "When the Grass Looks Greener." Perhaps you’ve been peeking over the proverbial fence thinkin’ life could be much better.
August 17, 2012
When we’re at the market or simply walking down the street, we pass a lot of people who look just like you and me. From the outside, you’d never be able to single out a follower of Jesus Christ. Today on Focal Point, we’ll talk about the key difference in the physical makeup of those who know God. We’re picking up where we left off yesterday in a study of 1 Corinthians 6.
August 16, 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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