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The Balance of Biblical Love Part 2

February 15, 2011
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If you received a letter from someone that contained mostly correction and some pockets of encouragement, and then it was signed I love you and want God’s favor to be on you... how would you receive that? I think it's safe to say, many would be offended and maybe even upset. But what I just described, in a nutshell, is Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians. And today on Focal Point, we’ll see that biblical love speaks the truth, and that truth may involve something people don’t want to hear. Pastor Mike Fabarez is also quick to point out, we can’t lose sight of godly compassion through all of this. Right on the heals of Valentine’s Day, our attention is given to what the Bible has to say about real love.
References: 1 Corinthians 16:16-24

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Love... it’s on the cards and balloons we give out on a day like this. We even say, “I love you,” quite frequently. But what is love? Ask that question to ten different people, and you’re liable to get ten different answers. Generally, the world defines it in terms of feelings, being nice and non-offensive. Today, we’ll see that biblical love aims at the person’s good, and that may not always be convenient, feel good, or even be well received.  We thought it would be fitting on a day like this for you to consider who’s on your love list, and then be encouraged to promote good in their life. Whether that’s your spouse, parents, children, friend or neighbor.
February 14, 2011
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Since it’s abolishment, most Americans look at slavery in a negative light. Back in the first century, when much of the Bible was written, the term was used quite frequently. In fact, the Word describes each of us as slaves to someone.... either slaves to Christ, or to sin and the devil. Today, Pastor Mike wraps up his series, “Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies,” with a few choice words about how we’re to live in this body we’ve been given. And it may surprise you to discover that it really isn’t yours. God owns it, and that should dramatically affect how we use it. 
February 11, 2011
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Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez will show us that our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and it’s actually not our own. In light of that, we should live reverentially and honor God with it. That was something the Corinthians were failing to do in the first century, and that’s why the apostle Paul addressed the issue in his first letter to them. It’s certainly applicable to life as we know it today. 
February 10, 2011
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The first century city of Corinth resembles modern day America in many ways, not least of which is their view and practice of sex. For them, and many in our world today too, sex was thought of as mere recreation. What they failed to realize is that it was designed for unification. We learned last time that sex binds people together, and the only proper context is within marriage. Turn if you would to First Corinthians 6, as we pick up where we left off in our series called “Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies.” 
February 9, 2011
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We all know that adhesive tape is not made for repetitive use. The strongest bond adhesive tape is capable of making is formed with the first surface to which it is applied. God intended sex to bind two people together, and here too we are to be careful how it is applied. Today on Focal Point, we return to First Corinthians 6 and our series, “Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies.” The apostle Paul will make it very clear to the Corinthians and us that sex outside of marriage is destructive in more ways than one.
February 8, 2011
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Our sexual purity is something we should not only value and guard, but it is something that should be important to us. Today on Focal Point we’ll see that God cares about your body, and what you do with it. Perhaps you’re thinking right now, “Well, I’ve already blown it in that area, so who cares?” Pastor Mike Fabarez will show those of us who have, that we can work vigilantly to regain our purity and move forward with a new respect about it. We’ll be continuing our series, “Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies,” today. 
February 7, 2011
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Have you ever thrown something away and later discovered that it was something valuable? Maybe you can relate to Mike’s baseball card experience he’ll share in a second. Or perhaps like me, you’ve sold something at a garage sale and later regreted it? Today on Focal Point we’ll discover the value of our sexual purity, before we carelessly throw it away. Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies is the title Pastor Mike Fabarez has given the series we begin today on Focal Point. On this Friday broadcast we’ll take a look at how the Manufacturer views our bodies, as we explore an area of scripture dealing with sexual purity and the importance of it.
February 4, 2011
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Today pastor Mike Fabarez opens Hebrews 3 for some valuable insights regarding faithfulness. In fact, we’ve titled this series we’re in, “Faithful to God.” Faithfulness to our Lord really should be our goal in life. If you’ll remember when we left you yesterday, Mike was encouraging us to be receptive to God’s words. That’s a key ingredient for being loyal to Christ. There are two others, which we’ll bring to your attention today.
February 3, 2011
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Last time on Focal Point we couldn’t have received a better picture of faithfulness, as we looked at the life of Christ. Now on the flip side of the coin, today we look at a bad example. This one is of unfaithfulness. Pastor Mike Fabarez will draw today’s study from Hebrews three, as well as the Old Testament, and encourage us toward faithful living. Faithful living on earth, really has a bearing on our eternal placement in the Kingdom to come.
February 2, 2011
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In Luke 18 we find the question,"When the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on the earth?" Will He find us faithful? We'll observe the faithfulness of Christ and be encouraged to be faithful ourselves today on Focal Point with Mike Fabarez. The third chapter of Hebrews is really all about faithfulness and describes the kind of faithfulness God desires of us. He left us a perfect example to follow, and of course that's Christ.
February 1, 2011
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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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