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Re-examining the Nature of the Church, Part 1

July 2, 2015
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If you’re a parent, you know that disciplining your kids is a tough balancing act, but it’s necessary! And sometimes God uses the same tactic with us. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez helps us recognize God’s loving discipline in our lives. It’s an important perspective as we look at Our Fight With Sin.
References: Hebrews 12:5-11

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When we’re mocked or criticized for doing the right thing we may feel discouraged. We might even feel like giving up altogether. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez provides some biblical encouragement to stand strong. In Hebrews chapter 12 we’ll find help for Our Fight With Sin.
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The world has a subtle way of conforming us to its ways, gradually pushing us along in the tides of compromise. If we’re not paying attention, we’ll drift somewhere we never intended to be! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study called Reconsidering How Hard We’re Willing to Fight. Learn how to stand strong against sin and temptation!
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In order to maintain moral integrity today, we need to be intentional about resisting temptation and sin. Opportunities for slipping up are all around us! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez challenges us with message called, Reconsidering How Hard We’re Willing to Fight. It’s another helpful study in the book of Hebrews.
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It’s depicted in movies, in novels and discussed among Christians and non-Christians alike. But what exactly is “the Rapture”? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez sits down for a conversation about the return of Jesus and what we can expect on that day. It’s an eye-opening edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
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June 25, 2015
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From glaring sins to little white lies, we’re daily confronted with temptation. But how do we go about conquering these desires? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez takes a careful look at Hebrews chapter twelve and describes powerful weapons we can use in Our Fight With Sin.
June 24, 2015
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When it comes to finding inspiration, many of us look to celebrities, politicians and sports heroes. And while these models can be helpful, no one sets a better standard than Jesus Christ. On this edition of Focal Point Mike Fabarez looks to Jesus’ example for Our Fight With Sin. Looking for some motivation to overcome temptation in your life?
June 23, 2015
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Most of us are happy to sit in the stands and cheer on our favorite sports team. But when it’s our turn to get out there and compete, it’s a whole different story. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about Our Fight With Sin. It’s biblical encouragement to proactively fight the good fight!
June 22, 2015
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On a long trip, nothing slows us down like a lot of heavy baggage. And when it comes to our journey with Christ, it’s temptation that often bogs us down. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study about Our Fight with Sin. Is there anything slowing you down these days?
June 19, 2015
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On a long trip, nothing slows us down like a lot of heavy baggage. And when it comes to our journey with Christ, it’s temptation that often bogs us down. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study about Our Fight with Sin. Is there anything slowing you down these days?
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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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