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Grateful for the Gift of Repentance – Part C

November 25, 2019
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Imagine you gave someone a lavish gift, but instead of saying, "Thank you," they sloughed it off like it wasn't a big deal. You would be pretty hurt, right? Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to consider how God feels when we spurn his gift of salvation.  

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Jesus is preparing a heavenly home for us! But the exact details can seem a little fuzzy. Do you ever wonder what really happens when you die? In this stirring edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we'll enjoy a tantalizing preview of our heavenly future!
November 22, 2019
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In our individualistic culture, we like to feel like the "captain of our own ship." Even if we're following Christ, we like to think it's because we chose to follow him. But Pastor Mike is challenging that notion
November 21, 2019
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Pastor Mike calls out a dangerous trend he's noticed in modern churches: the disappearance of repentance from our theology. Repentance isn’t exactly a "feel good" subject, but it's an essential part of the gospel. So, we're learning to be Grateful for the Gift of Repentance.
November 20, 2019
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Pastor Mike explains that our gratitude for salvation will dramatically change when we understand the severity of what we’ve been saved from. We're studying the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 to better grasp the depth of our sin and our desperate need for grace.
November 19, 2019
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Sin is not exactly a politically correct word. We prefer terms like "mistakes," "bad decisions," or "tripping up." But Pastor Mike is challenging us to look our sin dead in the eye because until we understand the depth of our need, we’'l never fully grasp the beauty of forgiveness!
November 18, 2019
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Most people can walk a mile or two without much effort. But running a marathon requires intensive preparation and focus. On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we'll discover that curbing habitual sins isn't a walk in the park. It's a marathon! Learn how to build endurance and break those crippling sin patterns so you can experience true freedom.
November 15, 2019
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No one likes feeling sad. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains the benefit of embracing feelings of godly grief over our sin. It may not be pleasant but it's an important emotion. As we grieve over our sin, we'll feel a renewed passion for sharing the good news of the gospel with others!
November 14, 2019
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In this refreshing message, we're talking about the love of God and how his love changes our perspective of sin. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that you can only truly understand the beauty of God’s love when you also understand the depth of your own unworthiness.
November 13, 2019
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When we choose to pursue someone romantically, it's generally because we find something about him or her attractive. But when God chose to pursue us, it wasn't because of our own merit! Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us of the astonishing truth that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
November 12, 2019
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If you've been a Christian for a while, you probably know all about Jesus' death and resurrection. And hearing these truths so often, it can sometimes start to feel repetitive. But that doesn’t have to be the case! Pastor Mike Fabarez is helping us recapture The Joy of Salvation.
November 11, 2019
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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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