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Your Next Argument, Part 1b

August 2, 2012
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We all have certain pet peeves that get under our skin. Maybe it’s people talking loudly on their cell phones in restaurants, or cutting in line at the supermarket. Or it could be something much bigger like personal injustice, or disrespect. Today on Focal Point Mike Fabarez asks us to evaluate the issues that cause conflict in our relationships and reconsider whether it’s worth the fight.
References: 1 Corinthians 6:1-7

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Remember hearing the phrase, don’t make mountains out of molehills? It’s a quaint way of saying, don’t blow little things out of proportion. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez helps us maintain our perspective when we experience conflict. In the heat of the moment, when someone’s taken advantage of us or wronged us in some way, it’s only natural to defend our position. Today we’ll find reason to surrender those battles.
August 1, 2012
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As followers of Jesus, we’ve been commissioned to take the Gospel message out into the world. It’s a message of grace, love and forgiveness found only in Jesus Christ. But when sin is glaring in our lives, or in the church, it can severely obstruct the truths we’re trying to convey. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez cautions us against pointing out sin in the world, before we address the sin that’s in the church.
July 31, 2012
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With all the sin and evil in the world, how do we remain holy? Sometimes it feels like the only solution would be complete retreat, so we can follow God free of temptation and distractions. As we’ll discover today on Focal Point, God has a different plan for us in mind. Mike Fabarez continues a study in 1 Corinthians, and lays out practical principles for holy living in a fallen world. 
July 30, 2012
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On the day we trusted Jesus God declared us holy, righteous, brand new creations. We’re God’s holy people! Yet, at the same time we don’t always act very righteous. We still fall down, make mistakes and battle sin. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study in the book of 1 Corinthians on Holiness. Most of us are all too familiar with the struggle to obey God’s commands. But if we’re declared holy, why do we still sin? Mike Fabarez answers that question for us.
July 27, 2012
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Sin is like a small spark from a match. Left unchecked, it can ignite and destroy everything in its path! No wonder that God tells us, Don’t play with that! Today on Focal Point Mike Fabarez looks at the devastating consequences of unresolved sin. Our deviant behavior can cause all kinds of heartache. In contrast, living a holy life reaps joy, peace and tangible rewards!
July 26, 2012
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Nobody is ever excited to get a cavity filled at the dentist. It’s uncomfortable and even painful at times to drill out the decay and fix what’s broken. In the same way, confronting fellow believers about sinful addictions, habits, or attitudes is never a fun activity! Today on Focal Point, we’ll talk about the fact that sometimes we have to do a little surgery, and cause a little pain in order to help each other be holy.
July 25, 2012
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Ever seen someone’s tag sticking out from the shirt? When the opportunity presents itself, we usually do the considerate thing by letting them know so that they can fix it. But when we see sin standing out in our friends’ lives we’re not as comfortable pointing out the problem. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about our pivotal role in helping others overcome sin in their lives. We’re in a study of 1 Corinthians 5.
July 24, 2012
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None of us like to face the reality of our sin. The truth is, we all fall short in one way or another. When we make mistakes, we have a choice to make. We can either give excuses and avoid the issue, or face our shortcomings head on! Today on Focal Point Mike Fabarez outlines the biblical precedent for dealing with sin in the right way. Perhaps you’re looking for hope in the midst of your failures. Join Mike Fabarez for a study in 1 Corinthians 5.
July 23, 2012
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All of us have made countless mistakes in our lives. After all, we’re only human! Sometimes we’re not as concerned about our failures as we should be. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a practical and timely message in 1 Corinthians. It’s not exactly popular to talk about holiness these days. We’d rather sweep our sin under the rug, or grow apathetic to our mistakes altogether, but treating sin lightly can be a dangerous habit!
July 20, 2012
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We’ve all heard the phrase, It’s better to give than to receive. When it comes to serving our church family that principle is especially true! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez highlights the benefits of ministering to other people. We’re picking up where we left off last time in a study of 1 Corinthians. Too often we focus on the challenges, frustrations and discomfort of having to serve, rather than enjoying all the privileges!
July 19, 2012
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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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