The Hallmark of the Spiritually Prepared, Part 1
July 15, 2014
The motto of the Boy Scouts is “Be Prepared.” It’s a call to live in a state of willing readiness. It’s a handy motto for Christians as well. Even though we don’t know the day or time, Jesus is coming back. Are we ready for His arrival? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez studies how to live in a state of readiness. We definitely don’t want to be caught off guard when we meet the King!
References:
Luke 7:36-50
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If you’re planning to leave on vacation tomorrow, it’s a good idea to start preparing today. By putting off packing the suitcases until the last minute, you’re bound to forget the sunscreen, your passport, or even your plane ticket! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez says the Kingdom of God is right around the corner. But have we spent our time planning…or procrastinating?
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His choice of clothing was odd and his dietary habits were strange, but it was John the Baptist’s preaching that really set him apart! We’re right in the middle of a fascinating mini-series in Luke, called, Preparing For the Kingdom. On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike highlights what we can learn from John the Baptist...a preacher who Jesus said was the best there ever was!
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They say that “Actions speak louder than words.” It’s easy to make big claims about who we are or what we can do. But those declarations sound hollow if they aren’t backed up with even bigger actions. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez says we can trust that Jesus is the King … not because of what He said, but because of what He did!
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Scripture describes a coming king who will right every wrong, heal every hurt, and bring about everlasting peace on earth. But if Jesus is the fulfillment of this promise, why has the world remained relatively unchanged? Where is this kingdom the Bible spoke of? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez looks at Jesus’ reply to the question, “Are you the Savior … or should we wait for someone else?”
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