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Making Sure You’re Repentant, Part 2

March 8, 2016
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Jesus told a story about a master who entrusted his possessions to three servants. Two of the men invested their talents wisely, the third did not. He knew the master to be a hard man––and that still wasn’t enough motivation. The results were tragic. It’s a lesson on the danger of neglecting God’s word. Tune in today on Focal Point with Mike Fabarez!
References: Romans 2:4-5

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When we visit a doctor, we expect to hear the straight truth about our condition. It’s the doctor’s job to give us an accurate diagnosis and alert us to potential problems. And, according to Mike Fabarez, that’s the job of God’s spokesman as well. It’s today’s program on Focal Point.
March 7, 2016
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For many years, those born with a cleft palate could count on a lifetime of embarrassment. Today, however, thanks to the development of plastic surgery, this defect is usually fixed at a young age. But should Christians consider plastic surgery for purely cosmetic reasons? That’s our subject for today’s edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
March 4, 2016
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Have you heard the expression, "I call it like I see it”? Well, before we apply this to others, we need to apply this to ourselves. The problem is, we’re all too adept at hiding our cards. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez helps us see how we easily pass judgment on others, but overlook our own failures.
March 3, 2016
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When it comes to grave injustice and acts of crime, we should feel outraged. The problem comes when we hypocritically condemn sin in others, while denying the sin in our own hearts. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez addresses the issues of hypocrisy and passing judgment. Today’s message is called, Being Totally Honest About the Problem. 
March 2, 2016
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Jesus said, “Why do you look at the speck that’s in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that’s in your own eye?” We all have a tendency to judge others, while denying our own flaws and failures. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez calls us to be totally honest about the problem. It’s from Pastor Mike’s new series in Romans called, Judgment Day: Making Absolutely Sure We are Ready.
March 1, 2016
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When we feel guilty, we often respond in one of two ways. We either deny our sin, pushing the negative feelings under the rug and hoping they’ll just go away. Or we wallow in them, allowing guilt to define who we are. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shows us a better way. He explains how to face our sin and draw near to God in repentance.
February 29, 2016
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Tragic acts of violence have increased in our country. And with those awful events, the debates are raging over gun control. Is it biblical for the Christian to protect himself from harm? And what does “turning the other cheek” have to do with these relevant questions? That’s the topic we’ll address on our Ask Pastor Mike program––Friday, on Focal Point!
February 26, 2016
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It’s three in the morning. You’re deep in sleep. Suddenly, a shrill alarm jolts you. It’s the smoke detector sensing thick black smoke. Would you be annoyed? Or grateful? Well, Mike Fabarez says we should be grateful for the way our conscience warns us of spiritual danger. Listen to Thursday’s Focal Point.
February 25, 2016
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These two maxims are always true. One, sin creates problems. Two, sin creates problems for other people. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez exposes the anatomy of sin. And this issue is critical for us! In order to defeat sin’s destruction in our lives we need to understand where it comes from.
February 24, 2016
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A person can spend countless hours filling his mind with biblical truth––poring over Scripture, and still have very little victory over sin in his life. So what’s the key to letting the power of God’s word influence our lives? Bible teacher Mike Fabarez addresses this critical issue and more on today’s Focal Point!
February 23, 2016
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Hospitality is a crucial element in building Christian community and can be an effective tool for evangelism by showing Christ's love to others. But how can we be effective in this area of our lives? What does the Bible say about hospitality? Learn some practical and effective means of serving the Lord. Be sure to request the book The Hospitality Commands: Building Loving Christian Community by Alexander Strauch 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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