Our Changed Relationship with to God’s Rules, Part 3
August 11, 2016
A fruit tree exists… to bear fruit! When a Master Gardener tends to it, a tree will bear fruit naturally and abundantly. And like that tree, we’re able to bear the fruit of the Holy Spirit when the season and conditions are right. On Focal Point, Mike Fabarez asks, “what’s keeping you from bearing fruit today?” Listen today to Focal Point!
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Romans 7:1-6
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When you set sail for the horizon, you need a destination in mind. And living victoriously over sin also begins with intention! Living the sanctified life has little to do with our striving… and everything to do with allowing God’s Spirit to work in and through us. Mike Fabarez presents an exciting proposition on Spirit-led living … Today on Focal Point!
August 10, 2016
“Do you know where you’re going?” You’d be surprised how many people can’t answer this question! Knowing your destination is key to getting anywhere, but many find themselves lost when it comes to living –even as believers. Mike Fabarez defines new objectives for a Christian’s life… and how to get there. Listen today to Focal Point!
August 9, 2016
Children often reflect their parents. Values, priorities and even attitudes can be passed on from one generation to the next. And as we mature as “children of God,” we also begin to reflect our Heavenly Father’s heart! Though we aren’t perfect yet, Mike Fabarez explains how God’s imparted righteousness can translate to righteous behavior on our part… Today on Focal Point.
August 8, 2016
You might know him as an author, pastor, and Bible teacher on Focal Point. But on Friday’s program, we’ll have a chance to sit down with Mike Fabarez to hear about his journey of faith … in his own words! Get to know your radio pastor and Bible teacher, and how God is working in the Fabarez family… today on Focal Point!
August 5, 2016
Ever watch a young father tenderly care for his son? In quiet moments, you notice the small details, like how they delight in just being together. In this message, Mike Fabarez shares a glimpse of God the Father’s heart. He’ll explain how God wants us to live sacrificially and faithfully as we enjoy His presence… on Focal Point today!
August 4, 2016
Scientists tell us that when we exercise, our bodies release happy hormones that make us feel good and want to exercise more. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shows us the spiritual equivalent of these hormones … a special motivator that inspires us to greater heights whenever we obey God.
August 3, 2016
Every Olympic medalist wells up with tears on the podium, when they recall the sacrifice and commitment that led them to that proud moment. When it comes to our faith, should we be any less dedicated? On this edition of Focal Point, bible teacher Mike Fabarez throws down a new challenge for believers to step up their game… and be in it to win it!
August 2, 2016
When a compassionate person takes in a troubled runaway … he may yearn to hit the road again … no matter how nice his new home is. And when we take God’s grace for granted, we’re a lot like that rebel! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that God’s commands are designed to protect us from going astray and keep us from harm in a harsh world.
August 1, 2016
Why is getting involved in church life important? And how does being part of a community of believers benefit you and others? On this editon of Focal Point, you’ll hear Mike Fabarez field these and other questions from our listeners in an informal time of Q and A.
July 29, 2016
Proverbs 26:11 reads, “Like a dog that returns to his vomit is a fool who repeats his folly.” If God’s grace frees us to live a new life, why do we revert back to our former ways? Mike Fabarez contends that grace doesn’t lower our behavioral bar—it raises it to a new standard of holiness.
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