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The Infant from Bethlehem, Part 4

May 9, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really the God of Your Life

As the summer months are almost upon us, the Christmas holidays are probably the farthest thing from your mind.  Yet the miraculous event of Jesus’ birth and the incredible gift He offers is something we can celebrate any day of the year!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez delivers a Christmas message, with year-round application.
References: Colossians 1:19-20

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What to Do if He is Really God of Our ChurchIf you’re ever looking for evidence of Christ’s influence on earth, look no further than the church.  The Body of Christ continues to be His hands and feet in the world, furthering Christ’s mission to reach people everywhere with the gospel.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez reflects on the authority and leadership of Jesus in our own congregation.
May 8, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really the God of Our Church Have you noticed that when two people share similar interests or passions, they grow even closer together?  There’s something about working towards the same goal that strengthens and builds loving connections.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that in the same way, we’ll never be closer to Christ than when we share His passion for the church!
May 7, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really the God of CreationIt’s astonishing to think that the Architect who formed the entire universe is the very same person who worked as a small town carpenter over two thousand years ago.  Yet, the Scripture proclaims that all creation is the result of Jesus Christ’s handiwork.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explores Christ’s impressive résumé found in the book of Colossians.
May 6, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really the God of CreationFrom the varied colors of a sunset, to the diverse melodies in music, the signature of the Creator can be admired by men and women all around the world.  And according to Scripture, that Person walked onto this earth two-thousand years ago.  On this edition of Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that Jesus the Creator certainly deserves an appropriate response from us! 
May 3, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really God He probably looked like most guys born and raised in the backwaters of Galilee.  Yet, the Apostle Paul said that the carpenter named Jesus was the very image of God!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez takes us back to that miraculous event two thousand years ago when the infinite God took human form in the person of Jesus.
May 2, 2013
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What to Do if He is Really God We all love a good story.  Well-told tales of love, loss, and redemption can captivate our imagination and earn our undivided attention.  And while many fascinating accounts have been told throughout history, none can hold a candle to the greatest story ever told.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez recounts the wonder and amazement that comes when hearing that the immortal God became a mortal man.
May 1, 2013
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Three Reasons to Be Really Thankful On the last Thursday in November, we set aside time fill our plates and express our gratitude for the blessings in our lives.  But the rest of the year we often focus on what we lack!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages us to practice biblical Thanksgiving year-round.  Even in the hard times, when our table may be sparse, in Christ we have so much to be grateful for!
April 30, 2013
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Three Reasons to Be Really Thankful In a world filled with toils, troubles and trials around every corner, it’s easy become disheartened.  Yet, while life may give us a hundred reasons to complain, as Christians, God has given us a million more reasons to be thankful!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez highlights just three blessings from the Lord that should fill us with profound gratitude.
April 29, 2013
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Instructions for CombatWhen a fellow Christian is in need, there are many ways to help.  We can encourage them with compassionate words, timely advice, or maybe a listening ear.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez suggests that one of the best ways to help another believer is by praying for them!  When we follow the example of intercession found in the book of Colossians, we can play a crucial role in someone else’s walk with the God!  
April 26, 2013
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Instructions for CombatThe apostle Paul once wrote, “We do not wrestle against flesh and blood… but against spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places” (Ephesians 6:12 ESV).  If that’s true, then the normal tools we have to battle our problems are useless.  To combat a spiritual foe, we’ll need to equip ourselves with a spiritual weapon!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages us to get in the practice of intercessory prayer.  It’s the means God has given to help one another win life’s battles!
April 25, 2013
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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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