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Cultivating a Love that Lasts – Part A

May 25, 2022
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What’s something you really love? Something that you’re absolutely committed to? How about someone? And is it possible to love a thing and another person in the same kind of way? Pastor Mike Fabarez asks us to consider these questions.

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When we hear the word “Philadelphia,” we naturally think of the city in Pennsylvania. Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches about Philadelphia from a biblical perspective, urging us to add to our faith “mutual affection” as we continue our study on 2 Peter 1:7.
May 24, 2022
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When you think of the phrase “brothers and sisters in Christ,” what comes to mind? Pastor Mike Fabarez is looking at a particularly interesting turn of phrase found in 2 Peter 1:7. In some translations it reads as “mutual affection,” and in others it’s called “brotherly love.”
May 23, 2022
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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.
May 20, 2022
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What does it mean to be a godly person? If you look it up, you’ll see it defined as someone who is religious. And while that’s technically correct, there’s a whole lot more to being godly! Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that as Christians, everything we do should be for God.
May 19, 2022
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Some people are motivated by power, others by prestige, and some are motivated by money. But what should our motivation be? Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that godly Christians do things for God and no one else.
May 18, 2022
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I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “grin and bear it,” and while it’s important for us to be authentic, there is something to be said for choosing to see the silver lining.
May 17, 2022
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When you’re going through hard times, it’s easy to feel weary. Pastor Mike Fabarez points us towards a virtue mentioned in Second Peter chapter 1, describing how perseverance is an essential trait to develop if we’re to endure life’s challenges.
May 16, 2022
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Every day we’re faced with a thousand different decisions, ranging from what to wear, where to live, or which careers and relationships to pursue. But how do we know what’s right? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how to determine God’s will in every decision we make.
May 13, 2022
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We live in an age focused on indulgence, and yet the Christian life values self-control—the polar opposite! Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about adding to your faith by adding self-control!
May 12, 2022
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Our culture promotes self-indulgence and yet the Bible advocates for restraint. But what exactly does it mean to have self-control? Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us better understand the concept of “self-denial” and explains how the Holy Spirit is always moving us towards our core desires.
May 11, 2022
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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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