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Scriptural Reasons & Reasonable Explanations – Part B

May 2, 2024
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Pastor Mike Fabarez examines one of the first conflicts that challenged the unity of the early Church––the inclusion of gentiles. While that may not be the problem facing your congregation, there are plenty of practical lessons for handling other issues causing division in the body of Christ. Pastor Mike is helping us learn how to resolve conflicts biblically!

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As Christians, our goal is to be unified. But is that possible all the time? Conflicts are a predictable part of life, but somehow we get caught off guard when we experience disagreements within the body of Christ. Pastor Mike Fabarez begins a study in Acts and explain why we should expect disagreements.
May 1, 2024
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Would you say that you pray with confidence? Or do you hesitate to bring your concerns to God? Pastor Mike Fabarez opens up to Psalm 27 to help you get to know God better and show you why you can pray with confidence!
April 30, 2024
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When we’re afraid, it feels good to have someone by our side. So why do we tend to isolate ourselves when we face pain and disappointment? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that the Christian life was not meant to be lived alone. He’ll encourage all of us to face our fears together.
April 29, 2024
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The loss of a loved one is always hard. And the family is often left with some difficult decisions regarding the burial. Many these days are choosing cremation. But what does the Bible say about this practice? On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, learn what the Bible says about our bodies, the resurrection, and burial traditions.
April 26, 2024
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David had no shortage of reasons to be anxious and afraid. He was hunted and his life threatened for years. And despite the attacks, he was determined to be fearless. Pastor Mike Fabarez gives us solid, biblical reasons to have confidence in God’s care so that we can be fearless too.
April 25, 2024
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When Jesus came the first time, some people had trouble accepting him as Lord because he didn’t look like the powerful ruler they expected. But all that will change when Jesus comes back! Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us understand what Christ’s second coming will look like as we anticipate his return.
April 24, 2024
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Frank Sinatra famously sang, “I did it my way.” But when we read the Bible, we discover a very different picture of our human autonomy. Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals the blessings and responsibilities of being a Citizen of the King.
April 23, 2024
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Pastor Mike Fabarez begins a lesson from Psalms 24, which starts with the bold declaration that “the Earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof.” Discover why this limitless assertion should cause us to reorient our lives, in light of the reality that God is the rightful owner of everything.
April 22, 2024
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Recycling, greenhouse gasses, polar ice caps––environmental issues are hot buttons for debate and policy. But as Christians and future citizens of heaven what’s our take on celebrations like “Earth Day?” Pastor Mike offers a biblically grounded perspective on caring for the earth.
April 19, 2024
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We are told to pray at all times and for all things. But the hard parting is trusting that God is good, even when we don’t necessarily get what we want and what we’ve prayed for. Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to confidently put our trust in God’s goodness.
April 18, 2024
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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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