Trusting God Enough to Give Him Our Best, Part 1
April 21, 2015
If we need real-life examples of how to live the Christian life, the Bible is full of men and women we can look to for inspiration. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez highlights a particular hero of the faith, who shows us how to Trust God Enough to Give Him Our Best.
References:
Hebrews 11:4
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As followers of Jesus we’re told to serve and love those who cross our paths. So is there any reason why a Christian would pursue a lawsuit? Friday on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez turns to God’s Word to explain what the Scripture teaches about using the legal system. It’s a helpful edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
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The origin of the universe is not merely a question of science—but a matter of faith! Is everything the result of random evolution or the product of a sovereign Creator? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez compares both creationism and evolution to see which view has the best evidence.
April 16, 2015
It’s safe to say that no one listening witnessed the beginning of the universe. So all discussions about our origins are really conversations about faith! And today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains there’s ample reason to Boldly Trust in God’s Ability to Create.
April 15, 2015
Walking by faith isn’t easy. It’s one thing to believe that God exists. But it’s quite another to follow a God we cannot see! Thankfully, the Bible describes exactly what ambitious faith looks like! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabare looks at Hebrews 11, and it’s depiction of a confident trust in God.
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The most essential element of the Christian life is intangible. We can’t hold it in our hands or weigh it on a scale. So how do we know what “faith” is? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez studies Hebrews 11, which not only defines but describes the essence of biblical faith!
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Because of Jesus, sin is a defeated enemy. Sin doesn’t have the power to control us any longer. Yet, many of us still feel enslaved to our old, sin nature. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about gaining continual victory over sin. It’s another helpful edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
April 10, 2015
Do you want live an inspired Christian life? Do you want your walk with God to take you to new and exciting, places? Well, today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shows us the key component of a vibrant and ambitious faith. Discover how to take your relationship with God to a whole new level.
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The work of Jesus, the encouragement of others, the seriousness of sin—each is a good motivator for continuing to walk with God. But today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez describes one of the biggest incentives in the Christian life—the promise of heavenly reward.
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What inspires your journey of faith? What drives you to keep following Jesus, even when the road is tough? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study in Hebrews by looking at one of the most exciting and encouraging reasons to pursue Christ. It’s the motivation found in the promise of heavenly rewards.
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