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The Foundation of our Sanctification, Part 3

August 29, 2016
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When a toddler takes his first steps, do you critique his lack of finesse? Yet when it comes to walking in holiness, we’re quick to judge. On Focal Point, Mike Fabarez proposes that our Heavenly Father delights in us—not because we “never sin,” but because we’re increasingly being transformed into shining examples of His workmanship!
References: Romans 8:1-4

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With each retelling, the details of a story can get lost or distorted. So how can we be sure that the authors of the Bible didn’t make mistakes? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez answers the question: “Does Scripture really contain the accurate words of God?”
August 26, 2016
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If you think someone disapproves of you, it’s difficult to please them—or even want to try in the first place! But if you know they love you unconditionally, it’s a different story altogether. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers special encouragement for those whose hearts are heavy with self-condemnation and guilt.
August 25, 2016
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If a blazing fire was headed your way—would you run, or would you stand fast? Your decision rests entirely on how certain you are of your protection! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez sets up a similar scenario as we examine how to live “sanctified” lives without fear and trepidation.
August 24, 2016
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Every kid remembers ripping open a new toy and encountering those dreaded words: Batteries not included! It’s frustrating when we can’t carry out what we want to do. On Focal Point, Mike Fabarez reconciles our dilemma when the holy life we’ve been called to seems just beyond our grasp.
August 23, 2016
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If it walks like a duck and talks like a duck—everyone knows, it’s a duck! So if a Christian sins, what does that make him? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez logically unravels our dilemma of continuing to sin when we’re trying our best to be holy. 
August 22, 2016
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It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike, and our bible teacher Mike Fabarez fields a question from a listener regarding how to be sure we’re truly saved. How do you know if you’re a Christian? Hear the answer to that important question, along with a clarifying message from the book of Hebrews.
August 19, 2016
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When a knife is forged, it is hammered and exposed to great temperatures to strengthen it, and keep it from breaking. It’s a striking picture of the Christian life. We’re never shielded from trials, but are taken through them—and become more like Christ in the process! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers encouragement for practicing righteousness.
August 18, 2016
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You’ve heard people say that Old Testament Laws don’t apply, now that we’re under grace. But is that what the Scriptures teach? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers a thought-provoking explanation for why the Law is still relevant today, and how to know which statutes apply. We’re “Thinking Rightly About Holiness and Sin!”
August 17, 2016
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Have you ever tried to blot out a dark stain from a white shirt? Until you actually take the shirt off and give it the “full” treatment, that stain persists! Sin is like that stain… and the Law is what motivates us to “take it off” and deal with it. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez renews our appreciation for the Law.
August 16, 2016
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Without a diagnosis of what’s wrong, a medical treatment just seems—irrelevant. That’s like our condition of sin! Jesus once explained that only the “sick” need a doctor. But the irony is, we’re all sick! Today, Mike Fabarez gives us a clear diagnosis for pursuing spiritual health … through the blessing of the Law.
August 15, 2016
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Does the Lord Seem Far Off?
The Psalms speak to the human heart drawing us to worship and thankfulness in times of plenty and comforting us in times of trouble and distress. But what if you could uncover even more richness from God's songbook by understanding the context and intent of the psalmist? Now you can. Be sure to request the book Psalms: Everyday Bible Commentary by Robert L. Alden with your generous donation this month.
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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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