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Why Being Heavenly-Minded Does a World of Good, Part 2

September 15, 2016
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How long does a bunch of bananas last? Not long enough! Mike Fabarez proposes that things in life don’t last or measure up to expectations, because they’re not supposed to. But don’t brace yourself for the worst and just tolerate life! There’s a concept found in scripture that gets us through the rough patches.
References: Romans 8:18

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It’s amazing to see women willingly go through the pain of childbirth. But new mothers say when their baby finally arrives, the joy of new life far outweighs the excruciating labor! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains how God’s Word offers comforting perspective when the “good” we’ll experience in the future will far surpass the “bad” we experience today.
September 14, 2016
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Would you rather be Batman or Robin? When it comes to personal ambition, few of us aspire to be number two. Yet that’s just what we do when we exchange our life for Christ’s! Mike Fabarez explains why that’s not a bad thing as we look forward to our Spirit-led destiny on today’s edition of Focal Point!
September 13, 2016
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It’s what makes a pinwheel turn, and moves clouds of rain to water the earth. It’s the wind—invisible, but we know it’s there. Mike Fabarez describes how the invisible is “made visible,” by results we can see, and opens to Romans Chapter 8 for a message he calls “Our Daily Relationship with God's Holy Spirit.” 
September 12, 2016
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You hear it in the news, on late night shows, at school, and even in the office. It’s the growing trend to use foul language to grab attention and stir up controversy. But should it come out of your pastor’s mouth? Today on Ask Pastor Mike, join Mike Fabarez for an enlightening question and answer session about the use and abuse of words!
September 9, 2016
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Are we the product of chance or destiny? John 3:8 says, “The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez unpacks the implications of this perplexing passage.
September 8, 2016
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Have you ever prayed for your enemy? Or asked God to bless him? Jesus himself counseled believers to “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” But why? Today we will discover the life-giving power of allowing the Holy Spirit to take control of our impulses. Mike Fabarez presents three Spirit-led tactics for disarming temptation.
September 7, 2016
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A mouse caught in a trap has learned its lesson to avoid temptation. But at what cost? On this edition of Focal Point, we’ll learn to avoid making destructive choices by following God’s biblical warnings. Mike Fabarez explores this subject, and suggests why God may keep a temptation or two in our midst.
September 6, 2016
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Who remembers Sea Monkeys? That supposedly magical family of “delightful sea creatures” turned out to be brine shrimp! Disappointments like these eventually build in us a healthy skepticism toward bait and switch schemes. So join us today for Focal Point when Mike Fabarez uncovers the empty promises of temptation and shows how to overcome.
September 5, 2016
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Have you shopped for a new Bible lately? The choices are bewildering. And what are the real differences between all the translations? Today on Ask Pastor Mike, Mike Fabarez offers some helpful guidelines for evaluating the various versions of the Bible. Before you buy, get timely wisdom for “Comparing & Evaluating Modern Translations.” 
September 2, 2016
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In times past, a document bearing the king’s seal carried great weight. It represented the will and power of the monarch himself. So what does it mean that we are “sealed” with the Holy Spirit? Mike Fabarez describes how our “seal” effectively changes us as we continue “Learning to ‘Live by the Spirit.’” That’s our subject today on Focal Point!
September 1, 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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