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Apostasy and Stumbling Saints – Part 1

May 8, 2018
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One was a doctor. A few worked on the family boat. Another was a political activist. These twelve had little in common — except for being the least likely to change the world!  But today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals why Jesus chose them — and why he's chosen YOU, as well!    

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Jesus lived a perfect life. But even back then, the religious people of his day accused the Son of God of being — ungodly! Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez dissects how that happens, and why it's important to know the difference between man-made traditions and authentic rules.  
May 7, 2018
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From a tiny little word to a fully inked, full-body display … tattoos are becoming increasingly prevalent, even among Christians. But what does the Bible say about this trend?  Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question: "Should Christians get tattoos?"  
May 4, 2018
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We want to do what's right. But sometimes in our zeal to follow God, we start mixing in some traditions of our own. And that's dangerous, when we can't tell the difference! Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how to distinguish traditions from God's authentic rules. 
May 3, 2018
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You've probably heard the phrase "the blind leading the blind." That's what happens when you follow a rule—or a ruler—without really understanding why! Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez distinguishes between which rules are God-given and which are man-made!    
May 2, 2018
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Imagine pulling into your church parking lot with your sacrificial goat bleating in the backseat!  Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez addresses why we no longer perform all the rituals and sacrifices required in the Old Testament. It's out with the old, in with the new!    
May 1, 2018
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Once you get a new mobile phone, your old one is obsolete! Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us how our New Covenant through Jesus makes the old ways obsolete, and opens up exciting, new prospects for modern-day worship.
April 30, 2018
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After years of praying for and anticipating a family, many couples face the unexpected prospect of remaining childless. What encouragement does the Bible offer if you're struggling with infertility? Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez answers this difficult question with hope and clarity on an inspiring edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
April 27, 2018
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The Old Testament contains 613 commandments. Are you following all of them today? And who gets to decide which ones to keep and which to discard? Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez offers a solid explanation for Obsolete and Eternal Covenants. Get the solid, biblical answers!
April 26, 2018
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Christians get sick, get fired, suffer loss, and experience disappointments—just like everyone else. But didn’t Jesus promise to give us the abundant life? Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez points to why Christians can and DO have reasons to look forward to something better!    
April 25, 2018
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Our best achievements require some pain before the payoff. But today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us how staying focused on the end goal can put that pain into perspective.  Hear how your momentary affliction could be transformed into a reason for rejoicing!
April 24, 2018
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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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