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Pastor Mike Fabarez

What is Hanukkah?

December 16, 2022

Do you know what it means to wish someone a “Happy Hanukkah?” Is it just a holiday for Jewish people, or can Christians celebrate it, too? Before you answer that question, hear an enlightening message about the “festival of Lights.” It’s a thought-provoking Hanukkah edition of Ask Pastor Mike.

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It’s easy to trust God when we don’t know what to do, but how about when we feel confident? Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that in order to be healthy, effective, fruitful people in our communities, we need to continually check in with God.
December 15, 2022
There are many misconceptions when it comes to the phrase “childlike faith,” and Pastor Mike Fabarez is setting the record straight. In Matthew 18:3 Jesus said, “Unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” But what did Jesus mean exactly, and how should we understand His words?
December 14, 2022
There’s a phrase people use when they see someone being courageous or unique. They’re living their best life. But how do we ensure we’re living our best life? Pastor Mike Fabarez says the secret is by serving the Body of Christ with the goal of making each person better.
December 13, 2022
It’s no secret that the cost of living has increased significantly over the past year. But in times of economic downturn, it’s still possible to make wise investments. So, what does this have to do with the Bible? Pastor Mike Fabarez is helps us understand how to live a profitable life by God’s standards. God has invested heavily in us and it should be our goal to give Him good returns!
December 12, 2022
When days grow shorter and nights grow longer, it’s fun to see festive, twinkling lights dotting the landscape at Christmas. But have you ever wondered how we adopted this tradition? Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses the connection between Christmas lights, Jesus and biblical prophecy.
December 9, 2022
Have you ever thought a person would react one way but they surprised you by responding differently? Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches from 2 Samuel 4, where the people in David’s circle assumed he’d be impressed by the murder of his opposer, but he wasn’t.
December 8, 2022
As Christians, are we more accepting of sin than we should be? Pastor Mike Fabarez says when it comes to sin, many of us are too passive and tolerant. But how can we discern when to be angry, and when to extend grace?
December 7, 2022
Some people just love being in control! But when their power is slipping, it seems like they’d do almost anything to keep it! Pastor Mike Fabarez continues our biblical study on Power Plays and what not to do from the examples set by King David, Ish-Bosheth and Abner in 2 Samuel 3.
December 6, 2022
Have you ever witnessed someone on a power trip? Sometimes it’s a symptom of low self-esteem and other times it comes from a need to be in control. Pastor Mike Fabarez warns us against the temptation to pursue power by studying four characters found in 2 Samuel.
December 5, 2022
Two figures dominate the Christmas season: One is the historical person of Jesus. The other, a jolly old toymaker in a red suit. But who exactly was the real Saint Nicholas? Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us separate fact from fiction as we examine Jesus’ birth on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike!
December 2, 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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