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How NOT to Persist in Prayer – Part A

March 17, 2020
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Does prayer really work, and if so, why does God sometimes seem to be silent? Pastor Mike Fabarez addresses these questions, offering helpful guidelines for when we should continue praying and when it might be time to accept God’s silence as a “no.”

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As Pastor Mike Fabarez wraps up our series called, Christian Love, we’ve been reminded that Christian love isn’t always warm and fuzzy. It sometimes means speaking hard truths. As believers, we’re called to point others to the hope of salvation, even when it’s uncomfortable!
March 16, 2020
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You know that little voice that warns you when you’ve made a mistake, or convinces you to make good choices? Is that the Holy Spirit talking or your own conscience? On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we’ll learn how to determine the source, so we can respond appropriately!
March 13, 2020
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Worldly wisdom says, “Live in the moment” and “Do what makes you happy.” But Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals that these pieces of advice aren’t as wise as they seem. In fact, they’re downright dangerous! Learn how to reshape your thinking and focus on the next world instead of this one.
March 12, 2020
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When we picture the glories of the New Heaven and New Earth, it can be hard not to become impatient. But Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that the delay is not without reason. God is actually showing his patience and kindness, allowing more people an opportunity to repent!
March 11, 2020
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If you’ve ever housesat, the homeowners probably left you some notes to remind you about important tasks like watering plants or feeding the pets. Pastor Mike Fabarez uses this same analogy to remind us that Jesus left us some assignments when he returned to heaven.
March 10, 2020
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Take a few minutes to peruse the latest newspaper, and it’s pretty clear our world is in a sorry state. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by all the tragedy, but Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that as Christians, we have a sure and lasting hope. This world is not our final destination!
March 9, 2020
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Many church traditions observe a season of fasting and penance leading up to Easter. But where did this practice come from, and is it something all Christians should do? On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we’re talking today about the facts surrounding “Ash Wednesday” and the Lenten season.
March 6, 2020
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As we continue our study of Luke, Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about the importance of not getting too comfortable in this world. Instead, we should be longing for our eternal home and praying earnestly for the Second Coming of Christ, because that’s our ultimate hope!
March 5, 2020
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The key to endurance is keeping your eyes on the prize. It's true in sports, in business, and in our spiritual lives! Continuing our series called Christian Love, Pastor Mike Fabarez urges us to keep our hearts fixed on God’s Kingdom purposes as we run the race of faith. 
March 4, 2020
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So often in life, the old saying is true: “Out of sight, out of mind.” But Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that we ought to be keeping God’s Kingdom at the forefront of our minds, even though we can’t see it. It should be the driving force behind everything we do!
March 3, 2020
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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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P.O. Box 2850 
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
 
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