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The Art of Controlling Yourself – Part B

May 12, 2022
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We live in an age focused on indulgence, and yet the Christian life values self-control—the polar opposite! Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about adding to your faith by adding self-control!

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Our culture promotes self-indulgence and yet the Bible advocates for restraint. But what exactly does it mean to have self-control? Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us better understand the concept of “self-denial” and explains how the Holy Spirit is always moving us towards our core desires.
May 11, 2022
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In the Bible, the apostle Peter lists seven virtues that will help us avoid becoming corrupted by the world. Pastor Mike Fabarez is focusing our attention to the second trait from that list: knowledge. Our challenge is to both gain knowledge and live it out.
May 10, 2022
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When you think of the word knowledge, what comes to mind? Facts? Information? Understanding? Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches from 2 Peter 1, and reminds us that one of the ways our faith can grow is through knowledge–knowledge of the Bible and knowledge of God!
May 9, 2022
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From the tiniest word on an ankle to a colorful, full-body display, tattoos are becoming increasingly prevalent, even among Christians. So, what does the Bible say about this trend? On this helpful edition of Ask Pastor Mike, Mike Fabarez answers the question, “Should Christians get tattoos?”
May 6, 2022
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Pastor Mike Fabarez continues a series called, Adding to Your Faith. Rather than working through a particular passage of scripture, Pastor Mike will be focusing on one half of one verse and drilling down into the meaning of two key words!
May 5, 2022
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Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us of just how deep a word’s meaning can be. The words in the Bible aren’t there randomly or by accident and so it’s in our best interest to take them seriously!
May 4, 2022
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What sets Christians apart from non-believers? Christianity isn’t simply a checklist of behaviors to follow, it’s allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out! Pastor Mike Fabarez asks us to challenge our internal dialogue when we think about what it means to be a Christian.
May 3, 2022
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We are saved by grace, but what does that mean in our daily lives? Even though our heads understand there is nothing we can do to make God love us more, sometimes we have doubt in our hearts. Pastor Mike Fabarez calls us to confront this “works” mentality.
May 2, 2022
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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!
April 29, 2022
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Conventional wisdom tells us to pursue earthly solutions for our earthly problems. Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that scripture should be our go-to for everything we face in life. The Bible remains relevant today, and is rich with God’s wisdom. Learn how to value scripture above any other advice!
April 28, 2022
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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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