The Key to Survival on an Imperfect Planet – Part C
March 13, 2023
It can seem impossible to forgive, especially when you’ve been hurt deeply—until you remember that you’ve been forgiven by God! This awesome truth should motivate us to extend forgiveness to others. Pastor Mike Fabarez shares a practical lesson on how to forgive, even when you don’t feel like it.
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Tithing is an Old Testament method of giving back to God a portion of what He’s generously provided. But does the concept of tithing still apply to Christians today? Pastor Mike Fabarez answers this question and offers valuable wisdom for godly giving.
March 10, 2023
There’s no way to get through this life without butting heads with other people and feeling the sting of insults and hurt. In those difficult moments, each of us needs to give—and receive—forgiveness in order to survive. Pastor Mike Fabarez provides timeless biblical principles on How to Forgive in this essential message.
March 9, 2023
When you consider what we really need to survive, you probably wouldn’t think about forgiveness. But Pastor Mike Fabarez makes the case that forgiveness is The Key to Survival on an Imperfect Planet. It’s a valuable lesson on biblical forgiveness from the life of David.
March 8, 2023
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Fake it til you make it”? It means that even if you don’t feel a certain way, simply act that way first, and the feelings will eventually follow! Pastor Mike Fabarez shares a cautionary tale from the life of David about following God’s will. Even if we don’t feel like it, God calls us to respond with obedience!
March 7, 2023
Emotions can be tricky things. They’re an important part of how God made us, and yet they tend to get out of control and create problems. Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to consult God’s Word before we act on our feelings.
March 6, 2023
Maybe you prayed the sinner’s prayer in Sunday school. Or perhaps you were baptized as a child. But does that mean your salvation is secure? Is it possible to lose God’s love and forgiveness? Mike Fabarez answers some weighty questions about perseverance, salvation and eternal security.
March 3, 2023
If you’re in the midst of a trial then you know how difficult it can be to see any sort of bright side! Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges our natural reactions to suffering and reminds us to look for God’s love in every situation.
March 2, 2023
When the weight of our unworthiness hits and we sense the depth of God’s grace, it can be overwhelming. We ask, how could God love me? Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to hold on to the fact that Jesus loves and accepts us, even when it makes no sense!
March 1, 2023
When it seems like the entire world is against you, it’s easy to feel helpless and abandoned. Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches us how to respond to the crushing disappointment we all experience at one time or another when we reach out and don’t receive the help we’d hoped for.
February 28, 2023
Have you heard the phrase, when it rains it pours? Pastor Mike Fabarez points to a time when King David experienced this phenomenon. He’s being hunted by his son and his friends started turning against him too! Learn how to respond when people let you down.
February 27, 2023
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