The Encouragement of a Unified Church, Part 3
April 27, 2017
Can you imagine an orchestra where everyone plays ONE note? Yet when some folks talk about church unity, you’d think that’s the kind of uniformity they’re after. On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez says that’s unbiblical. In fact, it’s our ability to be unified IN diversity that marks the love of Christ in his church!
References:
Romans 15:5-7
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If you’ve hung around church for a while, there’s bound to be someone there you’ve found to be a little prickly. But if love is the hallmark of Christ’s body, does that mean we should agree with everybody on everything? Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez upholds church unity, but defines four clear, biblical exceptions.
April 26, 2017
Peanuts, hot dogs and rootin’ for our favorite batters—everybody loves baseball! Most of us have memories of our first ballgame, and the roar of the crowd for the “home team!” And that’s a picture of church unity. On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about how church life can invigorate your faith.
April 25, 2017
Has anyone ever said, “You’re a chip off the ol’ block”? It means that someone recognizes something about you that’s a lot like your parent. Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about the times when our behavior reflects something about our heavenly Father. It’s a message that shows how doing right feels good!
April 24, 2017
The Bible says Jesus was forgiving sins even before His crucifixion. So why did Jesus have to die at all? On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez sits down for a personal conversation about the reasons why Christ needed to go to the cross. A poignant and eye-opening edition of Ask Pastor Mike!
April 21, 2017
Knee braces are worn as preventive measures, providing support to keep potential injury from happening. And that’s a lot like how the body of Christ works, when we’re called to strengthen the weak! Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez turns to Romans 15 to uncover one “indispensible” safeguard that can support every believer with “confident assurance.”
April 20, 2017
In the shelter of their glass enclosures, greenhouse flowers enjoy sunshine, dew, and protection from harsh winds and critters. But that’s not the life of faith! On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why believers are more like “saplings on an exposed hillside!” He offers advice on how to keep standing when gusty winds blow!
April 19, 2017
Dogs are so lovable! They rush to greet you with happy tails wagging. But what if someone comes over who’s afraid of dogs? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how we might curtail our rights for the sake of another. He’s addressing how to check your heart and your conscience for direction, on this edition of Focal Point.
April 18, 2017
When a doctor diagnoses a “heart condition”-- you’d better listen up! Your heart is vital to the health of your entire body, and that’s true spiritually, too. Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez warns against a spiritual “hardening of the arteries,” offering three ways to check your actions for a healthier heart!
April 17, 2017
Just as destruction loomed in the days of Noah, one day the door of mercy will be shut against those who refuse to walk through the door of repentance. But there’s an alternative path and a silver lining that’s available to us right now! Listen today for a special Easter Weekend edition of Focal Point with Pastor Mike Fabarez!
April 14, 2017
At the end of soccer or little league season—everybody gets a trophy! And every kid goes home happy. Imagine the shock when they hit the real world and realize—they’re not perfect! On today’s edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez pulls back the curtain on false security. We’re learning to see ourselves clearly, as God sees us.
April 13, 2017
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