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Pastor Mike Fabarez

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How Grace Can Transform Your Ideas About God-Part A

January 13, 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.

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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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Well 2020 was certainly a year for the books, wasn’t it? For most of us, it was a year of heartache, loneliness, and uncertainty. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how we can have joy even in the hardest circumstances.
January 11, 2021
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On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, our topic is one that’s been debated among believers for centuries. Is it right for peace-loving Christians to wage war? Can we, in good conscience, serve in the military? A contentious subject with far-reaching implications.
January 8, 2021
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When some people think of a “saint,” they imagine some special class of Christian. And the rest of us who still struggle with sin don’t quite make the cut. Or, do we? Pastor Mike Fabarez describes the biblical definition of “saint” and calls every believer to live in light of this title. We’re learning how to become more like God.
January 7, 2021
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When you hear the word “saint,” what comes to mind? Medieval paintings with halos? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains what the biblical writers meant by this term and reminds us that every believer has been called a saint! So, how do we live out the title we’ve already been given? That’s our subject as we continue the series, Weirdos.
January 6, 2021
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No one likes being the outcast or weirdo in a group. As social beings, we naturally crave the approval and acceptance of those around us. But Pastor Mike Fabarez is challenging us to embrace our status as outsiders and not fear the title “weirdo.”
January 5, 2021
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Have you ever felt like your faith made you the odd one out? Maybe it was a college professor who mocked your belief in a Creator, or a coworker who’s frustrated by your refusal to fudge some numbers. Pastor Mike Fabarez kicks off a brand-new series called, Weirdos, reminding us that, as Christians, we’re supposed to be called out from this world!
January 4, 2021
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Psalm 19 says, “The law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul.” So, are you ready to start 2021 grounded in the power of scripture? Pastor Mike Fabarez is giving us a jump start to help us stay focused in the New Year.
January 1, 2021
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As Christians, we talk a lot about the resurrection of Christ. But how often do we think about our own bodily resurrection? That’s our subject as Mike Fabarez concludes his study in Luke called, The Defeat of Death.
December 31, 2020
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After the rough year we’ve had, are you anticipating better things to come? Or are you bracing for more hardship? Well, we can’t know what any given day will bring. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that as believers in Christ, we can rest assured in our hope of a glorious future with Christ!
December 30, 2020
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The Psalms speak to the human heart drawing us to worship and thankfulness in times of plenty and comforting us in times of trouble and distress. But what if you could uncover even more richness from God's songbook by understanding the context and intent of the psalmist? Now you can. Be sure to request the book Psalms: Everyday Bible Commentary by Robert L. Alden with your generous donation this month.
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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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Laguna Hills, CA 92654
 
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