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Slaying Family Dragons, Part 5A

July 16, 2013
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Taming the Detriments of Divorce

No one goes into marriage already planning a way out. We hope that our union will last a lifetime. Yet, the reality is that divorce can happen, and when it does, it brings pain, shame and guilt. On this edition of "Focal Point", Mike Fabarez turns to God’s Word for a message of comfort and a biblical vision for the future.

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Overcoming the Anger-Laden ParentingAs parents, we know there are many times when our child needs a gentle nudge in the right direction. However, there is a danger in taking it too far. Sometimes our constant prodding towards right behavior can actually push our kids into a state of frustration! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez cautions moms and dads to parent with grace. We’re not only trying to help children grow physically, but spiritually as well!
July 15, 2013
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Overcoming the Anger-Laden ParentingFrom books to blogs and counselors to culture, there’s no shortage of advice on how to raise kids.  Yet it seems like the counsel for parents is always shifting, changing, or morphing with the most popular trends.  While fads come and go in every generation, God’s blueprint for the family remains a reliable and trustworthy guide for rearing children.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages moms and dads with principles from God’s Word on bringing up kids.
July 12, 2013
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Disarming the Obstinate Offspring Raising a child can sometimes feel like the game tug-of-war.  You’re pulling your kids one way and they’re tugging in the opposite direction.  Parenting then dissolves into a battle of wills, as mom and dad struggle to make their son or daughter obey.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers parents biblical principles for turning that parental game of tug-of-war into a lesson on follow the leader.  It’s a practical life-changing study from Colossians 3.
July 11, 2013
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Disarming the Obstinate Offspring As parents, our goal is to raise children who love the Lord and follow Him.  But how do we inspire a child to have a heart for God?  What steps do we need to take succeed as parents?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues our series on"Slaying the Family Dragons" with some practical counsel for mom and dad.  While building a relationship with your child is important, Pastor Mike explains that godly children are the result of a strong marriage!
July 10, 2013
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Defeating the Fire-Breathing Marriage We don’t have to look far to find broken marriages.  They could be in our circle of friends.  Or inside our own families.  So where do we find a model of a love that endures?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez points men to the ultimate example of love.  Understanding how God cares for us can teach us how to love our spouse in a way that builds a lasting relationship.
July 9, 2013
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Defeating the Fire-Breathing MarriageIn the beginning he was Prince Charming.  She was the beautiful princess.  And the wedding was a fairy-tale celebration of a great love story.  But many couples soon discover that marriage doesn’t always guarantee a “happily ever after.”  Unprotected, our relationships are vulnerable to destructive forces.  We’re in a timely mini-series in Colossians called "Slaying the Family Dragons".  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez equips husbands to defend their marriages and fan the flame of biblical love. 
July 8, 2013
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Conquering the Two-Headed Family There’s no arguing with current statistics. More and more households are breaking up, becoming causalities of a faulty philosophy. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a message introduced yesterday by inviting us to look at the biblical blueprints for constructing a healthy and happy home. We’re looking at Colossians 3, where we find a somewhat controversial subject in today’s climate. It’s a sensitive subject between husbands and wives, and we’re referring, of course, to submission.
July 5, 2013
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Conquering the Two-Headed FamilyAccording to Mike Fabarez, there are monsters in our family. Okay, maybe they’re not hideous beasts that trample through entire cities. But left unchecked, these enemies can wreak havoc in our homes. On this edition of Focal Point, we’re beginning a new mini-series titled Slaying The Family Dragons. Using the book of Colossians as our guide, Mike Fabarez will help us identity those hidden family habits and how to put an end to their destructive potential.
July 4, 2013
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Making Sure You’re Making a Difference If we were to survey your five closest friends, what would they say about you? Perhaps they’d commend your loyalty. Or point out your keen sense of humor. Or talk about your generosity. All those are worthwhile qualities in a friend. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez challenges us to minister to our friends in order to hear the reply, “She, or he, made an eternal impact in my life!”
July 3, 2013
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Making Sure You’re Making a DifferenceInvite your friends over for dinner, and you can expect to share some good food, funny stories, and maybe a laugh or two. Being with close friends usually guarantees a good time. But could it be that God has placed those people in your life for an even greater and more strategic purpose? On this edition of Focal Point, bible teacher Mike Fabarez describes God’s deeper plan for real friendships.
July 2, 2013
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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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