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Pastor Mike Fabarez

The Big Assignment, Part 2C

January 23, 2013

Reaching People For Christ

In order to accomplish a given task, we need to have the right tools.  Jumping into a big assignment empty- handed is a sure-fire way become discouraged… and wind up short of the goal.  In Matthew 29 Jesus commissioned us to make disciples.  But what are the necessary tools that’ll help us achieve this important undertaking?  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez describes the resources that’ll help us… and our churches… fulfill the Great Commission.  Mike Fabarez has titled our message, "Reaching People For Christ"

References: Matthew 28:19

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Reaching People For ChristOn a scale of one to ten… how you would rate the teaching at your church?  How about the worship service?  Or the children’s ministry?  There’s no doubt these areas of the church are important… but they don’t trump the most significant component of an effective church.  On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez asks an important question… how is your church doing when it comes to the critical mission of Reaching People For Christ?  We’re picking up where we left off yesterday in a series called…"The Big Assignment".
January 22, 2013
Reaching People For ChristWhen it comes to finding a church, we have many different options. Some churches are more conservative in their services. Other congregations are geared to those who are more expressive in their worship and style. But regardless of the differences, all churches should have one primary purpose. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explains that the central component of a healthy church is helping its members meet The Big Assignment.
January 21, 2013
Responding to the King of KingsAll of us, at one time or another, were held captive by sin. But the moment we put our trust in Jesus, we were set free! Once we served sin and followed our own broken nature but now we are under the direction and influence of Jesus Christ. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez explores what it means to live under the ultimate authority. 
January 18, 2013
Responding to the King of KingsHaving an authority figure over us is nothing new. Police officers are the government’s agents for establishing safety and peace. Our employer has final say over the affairs of the workplace. But at the end of the day, who is the one calling the shots in your life? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez reminds us that as followers of Christ we’re under allegiance to the Ultimate Authority. We’re picking up where we left off in the previous message.
January 17, 2013
Responding to the King of KingsWhen someone below us on the corporate ladder gives us a task, we may disregard the instruction altogether. But if our boss is giving the ordersthen we’d be wise to listen and get the task done! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez begins a new series he calls The Big Assignment. Before we talk about the nature of the exciting mission we’ve been given, it’s important to recognize Who gave us the orders in the first place.
January 16, 2013
Q & A In a classroom setting, when we have a question about the facts and figures on the chalkboard, we raise our hand and wait for the teacher to call on us. As Christians, we often deal with tough issues and difficult questions. And if you ever wanted to raise your hand and get some guidance now’s your chance! On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez provides biblical answers to common questions we have about God, the Bible and our faith.
January 15, 2013
Q & A Even after we place our trust in Jesus, we can still wrestle with doubts.  Questions about God and the Christian life weigh heavily on our minds, and if they’re not answered they can lead us to uncertainty about our faith.  Thankfully, we have God’s Word and some knowledgeable Bible teachers to help us sort out these issues. On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez sits down with his congregation to help answer some deep, and important difficulties.
January 14, 2013
Q & AAll of us have questions about God, the Bible, the meaning of life…and much more. Rather than discourage such inquires…God welcomes them! He wants us to ask questions…and find the answers. In this edition, we’re featuring a special message on Focal Point. To wrap up a series on The Big Questions, Mike Fabarez sat down with his congregation to answer tough questions that we all struggle to understand. Perhaps you’ll identify with some of the questions addressed in this Q & A session with Mike Fabarez…
January 11, 2013
If God Is So Good, Why Is the World So Bad?On the one hand, we believe in a God who is both good and completely in control. On the other hand…we see the devastating effects of evil in a world that seems to be getting worse by the minute. But how do we reconcile the two? On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez offers biblical solutions to a difficult question…If God Is So Good, Why Is the World So Bad? In the next half hour, we’ll begin to get a better sense of God’s purposes…
January 10, 2013
If God Is So Good, Why Is the World So Bad?The images of natural disasters, crime, poverty and pain that flicker through the television screen are proof that evil is very present in our world…and growing. Maybe you’ve wondered along with so many others, “Why does God allow bad things to happen?” On this edition of Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a series on The Big Questions of life. We’re turning our attention to the problem of evil, and searching for biblical answers to a common question…If God is so good, why is the world so bad?
January 9, 2013
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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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