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Strategic Training & Direction - Part 2

September 26, 2019
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President Lincoln famously said, "All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother." As parents, our decisions don't just affect our kids in the moment, but for a lifetime. Pastor Mike discusses the profound and lasting spiritual impact parents can have on their children.

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Most of us love hearing stories about our family history, like what our grandparents and great-grandparents did, where they lived, and what they accomplished. Pastor Mike discusses how parents can pass along a legacy of godliness to their children.
September 25, 2019
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Most successful people share some commonalities like having self-discipline and a knack for making wise decisions in difficult situations. But those practices didn't come out of nowhere! Pastor Mike outlines a biblical guide for shaping your kid’s character by administering effective discipline. 
September 24, 2019
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One day you're dropping off your kids at kindergarten, and before you know it, they're heading off to college! So, how do we get our children ready for adulthood? Pastor Mike presents a heart-to-heart talk on how diligence and direction can lead to lasting wisdom.
September 23, 2019
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Do you wonder how to teach your kids to get up after failing? Or how to manage their time and money? Sometimes lessons are best learned in the school of hard knocks! On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, Carlynn Fabarez joins her husband, Pastor Mike Fabarez, to share their perspective on raising children.
September 20, 2019
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The word "discipline" sounds pretty negative. But it actually shares a root with the word "disciple." It's about training our kids in the way they should go! Pastor Mike instructs parents on the positive virtues of discipline and the importance of diligently training your kids to discern right from wrong!
September 19, 2019
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As parents, we want to remind our kids that they're precious and unique. But when we puff them up to the point of pride, we're actually doing them a disservice! Pastor Mike talks candidly with moms and dads about raising humble kids with hearts receptive to the gospel.
September 18, 2019
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From alphabet blocks to pillow forts, you've taught your kids that the secret to a sturdy structure lies in a firm foundation. And building their faith is no different! Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how we can do our part to prepare our kids and grandkids for repentance and faith.
September 17, 2019
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Jesus' call to "go and make disciples" begins right in your own home! But will the faith you're instilling in your child persist through the turbulent teens and into adulthood? Pastor Mike brings encouragement and sound instruction on the important task of Preparing Your Kids for Repentance and Faith.  
September 16, 2019
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In our culture, we often see people treating their children like a fashionable accessory. But God's purpose for children goes far beyond bringing status to parents! In this special edition of Ask Pastor Mike, Mike Fabarez and his wife, Carlynn, discuss the true purpose and calling of parenthood.  
September 13, 2019
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As parents, it's our job to provide for our kids and look out for their safety. We lovingly bandage scraped knees and comfort broken hearts. But sometimes our good intentions can do more harm than good! In fact, our fears can hinder us from experiencing God's best for our kids!
September 12, 2019
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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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