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Money Madness Part 1

November 12, 2010
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In 1975, six armed gunmen broke into the deposit boxes in a London bank and stole valuables worth more than seven million dollars. One lady, whose jewelry was appraised at $500,000, cried, "Everything I had was in there. My whole life was in that box." What a sad commentary on her values! And yet, wouldn’t you agree that describes a great number of people today? They think life is found in their stuff! It’s time to ask ourselves if our priorities are straight! It’s no secret that materialism is a real problem in our day, but it is possible to find peace and contentment in the midst of the storm.
References: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20

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It’s really sad to see how some have lost many or all of their financial investments in recent years. There really are no guarantees when in comes to investing in the Stock Market or the things of this world. Today we’re encouraged to be an investment for God, by investing in the lives of others. While this will involved a lot of pain and hard work, the payoff is incredible. It's a can’t lose proposition, in fact!
November 11, 2010
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Have you been following the Stock Market lately? The happiness and security of some hinges on what it does from day to day. That can be a wild ride! While financial investments can be a little dicey at times, there is an investment you can make that is as sure as sure can get. Today on Focal Point, pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to make some spiritual investments. One of the best ways to be a good investment for God, is to invest in other lives.
November 10, 2010
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It seems like more and more churches these days are involved in a building program of some sort. Perhaps even your own church is? In Second Chronicles six, Solomon is praying to God in response to the building God just gave to Him and the people of Israel. We’ll take a look at his prayer of dedication in the minutes that are ahead of us. Here’s Mike to show us that when God gives a good gift, it’s not only a privilege but a responsibility.
November 9, 2010
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Many of us love to give gifts to our loved ones. Did you know God loves to give gifts too! Today on Focal Point, we’ll see the privilege and responsibility of giving thanks and praise when the Lord showers us with something good. Our study is framed around Second Chronicles six, and verses 12-42. It’s here Solomon leads the people in a dedication prayer, right on the heals of God doing something good for them.
November 8, 2010
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Last time on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez encouraged us to connect more often with other Christians, and he offered a few suggestions on how to do that. What are we trying to accomplish by connecting with others? We’ll pursue the answer to that question here on this Friday broadcast. Let's find our place in Acts 2:42 and first draw out the value of praying for others.
November 5, 2010
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“I can handle things myself! I’m better off alone. I don’t need church.” You’ve probably heard people say things like that, if not said it yourself. The trend these days is toward isolation, but that leads to devastation. The church was designed by God to be like a team, and not a solo act. Are you on the team, or somewhere on the sidelines? Think about that for the next half-hour, won’t you? Today on Focal Point we’ll see the need to be more intentional about biblical fellowship.
November 4, 2010
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Have you noticed the growing trend in the church, and that is, most people really aren’t connected with each other? A good number of Christians come to church for an hour or two on Sunday, say hi to the greeter at the door, and quietly make their exit at the end of the service. That’s about the extent of their church involvement. Maybe it’s even less. Today pastor Mike Fabarez is going to show us what it truly means to be connected with each other, and why we need to do it more. It’s actually far more than church attendance.
November 3, 2010
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Today on Focal Point we open our eyes to the harvest and recognize the opportunity in front of us. Soon we’ll be gathering around the table for Thanksgiving, and before you know it Christmas will be here. If you’re like most you’ll have a few gatherings with family and friends! Some of them don’t know the Lord. This is one among many opportunities we have to point people to Christ. If our eyes are open to the harvest, we’ll recognize these opportunities before us.
November 2, 2010
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For too long people have tried to grow the church in their own strength and by man’s resources, but every attempt to do so will fail miserably. However, there is a way God has designed for church growth to happen, and we’re about to see what that involves today on Focal Point.
November 1, 2010
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Loving like God and living the Gospel - that’s our Focal Point today! Pastor Mike Fabarez is on the final leg of our journey through a three part series called, “Staying in Step.” It doesn’t take long to realize that we are married to someone who is imperfect. At times their sin is going to hurt us. Rather than grow bitter, get angry, or even leave them, today we’ll be encouraged to love them like God loves us. And we can bring glory to the gospel by being a forgiver. The story of Hosea really encourages us in that direction, so let’s recall that for a moment.
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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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