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Attacking the Problems That Attack Our Unity—Part A

January 26, 2021
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Jesus prayed that his followers would be one just as he and the Father are one. But when we look at churches today, we’re anything but united! Pastor Mike Fabarez urges us to be diligent about rooting out selfishness that divides.

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In our culture, it’s not uncommon for people to change churches periodically or even to attend a few different churches on rotation. But is that a biblical model for church attendance? Pastor Mike Fabarez calls us to move away from the consumer mindset and to see the church as a family, instead.
January 25, 2021
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Have you ever heard of a “Red-Letter” Christian? These folks believe the issues Jesus speaks about in the New Testament, indicated by red ink, should be prioritized over everything else. But is this a correct way to view Scripture? Pastor Mike Fabarez takes a look at what’s really behind such thinking.
January 22, 2021
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In our consumer-driven culture, we tend to view everything as a transaction. But when it comes to the church, God calls us to a different mindset. Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about Embracing God’s Goal for Christian Relationships. It’s the first message in his new series called, War Zones and Peace Treaties.
January 21, 2021
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You’ve probably heard the wise saying, “If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” But today, Pastor Mike Fabarez is talking about one promise that may sound too good to be true but is absolutely guaranteed! You can take this promise to the bank!
January 20, 2021
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We’re living in uncertain times and it often seems like there’s nothing we can depend upon. If that’s how you’ve been feeling, the Bible has some wonderful news for you! Pastor Mike Fabarez is talking about How Grace Can Transform Your Outlook on the Future.
January 19, 2021
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Are you feeling overwhelmed and unprepared for what you’re facing today? Have you hit a point where you realized, “I can’t do this on my own?” Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that God is the one who gives us strength to overcome our daily challenges.
January 18, 2021
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Second Corinthians chapter 13 verse five says, “Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith.” But … why? And what does “examine yourselves” even mean? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about what a thriving relationship with God looks like and the importance of checking for spiritual fruit.
January 15, 2021
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Unfortunately, many of us have had the tragic experience of feeling like we haved to earn someone’s love. Maybe it was a parent, teacher, coach, or friend. It’s heartbreaking, but thankfully, that’s not what our Heavenly Father is like! Pastor Mike Fabarez explains How Grace Can Transform Your Ideas About God.
January 14, 2021
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When someone gets you a generous gift and you have nothing to give them in return, it can be pretty uncomfortable, right? We feel the urge to repay them. In this message, we’re talking about the greatest and most generous gift we’ve ever received. And Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that it’s a gift we can never repay.
January 13, 2021
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Prayer certainly is a privilege, isn’t it? But Pastor Mike Fabarez is remindsing us of the important next step. First, we take our burdens to the Lord in prayer. And then, we ask how the Lord wants to use us in the situation. That’s the challenge for each of us!
January 12, 2021
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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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