Appreciating Our New Status Before God, Part 1
June 13, 2016
The beginning chapters of Romans sound like the opening statements from a prosecuting attorney. And they present a convincing case for our guilt and well-deserved punishment. But Mike Fabarez turns the page to Romans Chapter 5, and defends believers with a rousing counter-argument! Hear about your new standing in Christ, today on Focal Point.
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Romans 5:3-4
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As Christians, we have an enemy who wants to take us down. But what exactly can Satan do in order to defeat us? Today on Focal Point, we’ll sit down with Mike Fabarez to talk about what Satan can and cannot do… and how to fight him.
June 10, 2016
Whether its unwarranted criticism or unfortunate circumstances… There’s a lot that can erode our confidence, and leave us scrambling for some kind of security in life. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers an alternative biblical confidence that can prevail through anything that comes our way. We’re learning about Experiencing the Hope of Faith.
June 9, 2016
People say things like “I hope it’s true…” “I hope I get a raise…” or “That’s my only hope…” But what some people call hope is no hope at all–it’s really just wishful thinking! On this edition of Focal Point, we’ll hear about a hope that we can be supremely confident in! Join Mike Fabarez for a message about, Experiencing the Hope of Faith… Today on Focal Point.
June 8, 2016
Over a hundred years old, and childless—yet Abraham believed God’s promise to give him a son. Where did his confidence come from? And what gave him the audacity to stake his future on it? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents another message in our series called, The Gospel According to Abraham. He’ll be talking about Experiencing the Hope of Faith.
June 7, 2016
Are you settling for mere earthly riches when God has so much more in store? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about God’s secure promise of something better than this world has to offer… an inheritance that He’s destined for His children! Discover what it is, how to be sure you have it, and what lies ahead for those who trust in it… Right here on Focal Point!
June 6, 2016
It’s hard to get pumped up for something that doesn’t last. Whether it’s working out, or just working for a living, our enthusiasm lags when we don’t see lasting rewards. But God is a Rewarder—and that fact makes an eternal difference in the way we live today. On this edition of Focal Point, hear Mike Fabarez explain “Why It’s All Worth It!”
June 3, 2016
When you trade in your old car for the latest model, do you miss the old? You’d probably forget it the moment you drive away! In the same way, the riches we’ve acquired on earth will pale compared to the riches we’ve already inherited in Christ! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez says it’s time to “trade in” the old for the new.
June 2, 2016
If you listen to some preachers, you’ll be led to believe that God wants to make you prosperous and wealthy. Others insist on vows of poverty and renouncing earthly gain. So what’s the truth? And where’s the balance? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles the question of wealth and prosperity, and not settling for less than God promises.
June 1, 2016
You can get a marriage license, without having a ceremony. And you can have a ceremony, without getting a license—but which of these is most important? If we take our cues from the Bible, God’s answer on every ceremonial requirement is clear. Today, Mike Fabarez makes a convincing case for the Believer’s Baptism, and putting realities ahead rituals… on Focal Point.
May 31, 2016
What exactly happens when we go beneath the waters of baptism? Are we saved when we’re baptized? Or baptized when we’re saved? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines this important doctrine and explains why the reason we do it is far more important than the act itself. On this edition of Focal Point, we’re looking at ceremonial rites in light of what’s happening in the heart.
May 30, 2016
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