Focal Point

Pastor Mike Fabarez

Donate

Where You're Planted, Part 1a

August 17, 2012
00:00
Download Download Share Share Podcast Podcast
What’s on your wish list for the future? A nicer house? A newer car? Or a bigger TV? It’s all well and good to enjoy the creature-comforts life affords, but when we spend too much time dwelling on what we don’t have we can easily get trapped in the nagging feelings of disappointment. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shares a biblical strategy, "When the Grass Looks Greener." Perhaps you’ve been peeking over the proverbial fence thinkin’ life could be much better.
References: 1 Corinthians 7:17-19

Featured Offer

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.
Request Yours More resources

Archives

When we’re at the market or simply walking down the street, we pass a lot of people who look just like you and me. From the outside, you’d never be able to single out a follower of Jesus Christ. Today on Focal Point, we’ll talk about the key difference in the physical makeup of those who know God. We’re picking up where we left off yesterday in a study of 1 Corinthians 6.
August 16, 2012
Play
Download
Brown haired, blonde, tall, short, black, white, brown…when it comes to our physical appearance, we all look a little bit different. But as followers of Jesus, we all have one thing in common...our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez describes some of the practical outcomes of having God’s Spirit living in us. It’s the final portion of a three-part series called, "Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies."
August 15, 2012
Play
Download
Reading your Bible, going to church, spending time in prayer…these are activities we consider “spiritual.” Today on Focal Point, we’ll discover the intricate relationship between the spiritual and the physical. Mike Fabarez is picking up where he left off yesterday in a sensitive study titled, "Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies." Most of us are aware of the Bible’s teaching about maintaining purity, but today we’ll uncover one of the reasons sexual immorality is treated so seriously by God.
August 14, 2012
Play
Download
Try as we may, it’s difficult to avoid the blatant sexual images we see on billboards, magazines and movies. In a world that celebrates personal desire, it’s important we go back to God’s Word for instruction on God's original purpose for physical intimacy. Today, Mike Fabarez approaches this sensitive topic with a study in 1 Corinthians. Chances are, many of us need to un-learn some of the ways we think about sex.
August 13, 2012
Play
Download
These days, people go to all extremes in the way they treat their bodies. From expensive surgeries and dangerous diets to harmful addictions and abuse. The prevailing feeling is, “It’s my body…I can do what I want!” Mike Fabarez will point out today on Focal Point…the Designer of our body has specific instructions for how we’re called to use it. We’re picking up where we left off in a series about "Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies."
August 10, 2012
Play
Download
Every new appliance comes with a tag that reads, “Manufacturer’s Warnings”. On it you’ll find guidelines for properly using and operating the machinery, without causing damage or hurting yourself! Today on Focal Point Mike Fabarez talks about God’s warnings for His creation and outlines biblical principles for using our bodies according to His plan. It’s the very first portion of a timely study in 1 Corinthians about "Sexual Sins and Sanctified Bodies."
August 9, 2012
Play
Download
The steely captains who navigate their ships through frigid Northern seas understand the misleading appearance of icebergs. What looks like a small ice cap on the surface is hiding a larger and more dangerous object below! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez applies that lesson to the church, and helps us recognize the small indicators of looming issues in our hearts. When we see anger, bitterness, or arguments it’s likely…the problem is bigger than you think.
August 8, 2012
Play
Download
When your car starts making an unusual sound, how do you respond? You could try to ignore it, since the car seems to be running just fine. Or you might choose to take your car to the mechanic. That subtle noise could be an indication of a major engine problem! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez points out that minor symptoms in the church are often signs of something much more problematic.
August 7, 2012
Play
Download
In most bookstores you’ll find an entire section devoted to what are called, “self-help” books. These volumes promise to fix any problem big or small…from reducing stress to making friends. While these books may hold practical tips, they always fall short of God’s final Word on right living. Today on Focal Point, pastor and teacher Mike Fabarez reminds us that we already have the authoritative guide to handling all of life’s situations.
August 6, 2012
Play
Download
Serious athletes exercise rigorously, eat healthy, and train diligently with a clear goal in mind. They know that the sacrifices they make right now will pay dividends when it really counts. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez draws on this analogy and helps us train spiritually for the life to come. Compared to the joy of what’s ahead, the sorrow and struggles we experience in this life are well worth the cost!
August 3, 2012
Play
Download
See More Episodes
Loading...
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
U
W
Y
Loading...
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
W
Listen to Focal Point on
Amazon Echo
Learn How
Learn How

Featured Offer

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.
Request Yours More resources

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.

Contact Focal Point with Pastor Mike Fabarez

Mailing Address
Focal Point
P.O. Box 2850 
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
 
Telephone
1-888-320-5885