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Pastor Mike Fabarez

Looking Forward without Giving Up, Part 1

August 28, 2014
No one can deny that injustice exists in our world today.  The sheer unfairness of life can lead some to question why God would allow all this pain.  Other people choose to simply deny a good God even exists.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains how it’s possible for God to be in control when this world seems to be so OUT of control!
References: Hebrews 2:5-9

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We have an important decision to make concerning the Bible.  If Scripture is a collection of myths and moral stories, then the Bible shouldn’t hold any real authority in our lives.  But if the Bible is the true and inspired words of God, hen it requires our complete attention!  So the question is, “Is the God’s Word true?”  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez helps us answer that question … and strengthen our confidence in the authority of Scripture.
August 27, 2014
Jesus said He was The Way, The Truth, The Life, and the only source of salvation.  Those are BIG statements … and frankly, many people find it hard to believe.  Even Christians may have doubts about Christ’s message.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez provides some compelling evidence that’ll help us settle the question … “Is God’s Word true?”  We’ll find the proof in Hebrews, chapter 2.
August 26, 2014
It’s not unusual to experience a level of uncertainty when it comes to God’s Word.  As we read about the spectacular events or the difficult instructions in the Bible, we might ask ourselves, “Is this really true?”  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez turns to Hebrews chapter 2 for clear reasons we can trust the Bible.  If we take the time to investigate the truth of Scripture, we’ll find the evidence we need!
August 25, 2014
Author and Bible Teacher, Mike Fabarez, is senior pastor of Compass Bible Church, located in Southern California.  If you’re a regular listener to Focal Point, you appreciate the accurate and relevant teaching from Pastor Mike each day.  But every week, we set aside a half-hour to meet on a more personal level and ask some questions that are on our minds.
August 22, 2014
We’re quick to point out the love of God.  And we should!  But we may be hesitant to emphasize another important characteristic of God— His justice.  We like God’s love, but we may not care for His discipline.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains why we can’t separate God’s goodness from His holiness.  In fact, it’s the love of God that causes Him to enforce the rules He’s made!
August 21, 2014
As citizens of this country, we’re called to abide by certain rules and regulations.  But what would happen if nobody was there to enforce those laws?  Would anyone take those rules seriously?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that God wants us to take His commandments seriously.  They’re in place for our protection and good!  That’s why God lovingly enforces the consequences when we choose to ignore His perfect law.
August 20, 2014
As committed parents sometimes the most loving thing we can do is correct our kids when they step out of line.  But children don’t always recognize our caring motives behind the discipline.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez reminds us that our Heavenly Father also disciplines those He loves.  But like a young child, we sometimes miss His good intentions, or don’t appreciate the compassionate correction.
August 19, 2014
Few things are more frustrating than trying to speak to someone when it’s clear they’re not listening!  It makes you wonder why you bother talking at all!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez encourages us to avoid making that same mistake with God’s Word.  Through the inspired words of Scripture, God has some important things to say.  But are we paying close attention to what we hear?
August 18, 2014
Have you ever read something from the Bible and wondered, “What in the world does this mean?”  Well, today we have the opportunity to bring some of those difficult questions to Bible teacher, author, and pastor, Mike Fabarez, right here on Focal Point!
August 15, 2014
It’s been estimated that we see almost 250 marketing messages every day.  But we rarely notice them.  In this age of constant age of information, we’ve become very good at ignoring a lot of what comes our way!  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that while it’s good idea to block out some of the noise in our lives, we need to be careful not to tune out what God wants to tell us.
August 14, 2014
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Are you yearning for deeper, more meaningful friendships? More than 60% of Americans report feeling lonely and disconnected, and young adults are experiencing unprecedented levels of isolation. This is a practical, biblically rooted guide to fostering meaningful relationships and spiritual growth within your church community, and it couldn’t have come at a more critical time. Be sure to request the book Keeping the Church Small by Pastor Mike Fabarez and staff with your generous donation this month.

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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