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How Can God’s Promises Sustain Us Through Life’s Trials?

January 20, 2025
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When we hear stories of how God helped others through trials, it inspires us to lean on Him when our own storms hit! Pastor Mike Fabarez gives a personal interview about painful trials encountered by his family, and the biblical lifelines God provided. It’s a special edition of Ask Pastor Mike!

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Can “staying in our comfort zone” actually impede progress? Pastor Mike Fabarez fields a question about “church traditions,” and examines the problem of being outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant! Join us for this edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
January 16, 2025
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As a Christian, you've given up your old ways and gained a new identity in Christ! But does that mean we throw reason and common sense out the window? Pastor Mike Fabarez opens the Bible to give the reasonable answer on Ask Pastor Mike.
January 13, 2025
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From the “Gospel of Thomas” to books like The Da Vinci Code—it seems like our scriptures are under attack! Just why should anyone trust the Bible? How do we account for supposed contradictions and misinterpretations? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles these questions head-on in this fascinating edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
January 9, 2025
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It’s a New Year! Time to make those annual resolutions. What’ll it be for you? Lose a few pounds? Take up a new hobby? Maybe kick a bad habit or two? If you’re game for a few worthwhile ideas, Mike Fabarez challenges the willing and able with New Year goal-setting advice. Let’s Ask Pastor Mike, today on Focal Point!
January 6, 2025
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“The Law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul.” The writer of this passage—inspired by the Holy Spirit—treasured the words of God more than gold! Do we? On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to begin each day partaking of this empowering treasure. Start 2025 strong as we dive into His Word together!
January 2, 2025
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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, join us today for an enlightening message about the "festival of Lights." Don’t miss this thought-provoking Hanukkah edition of Ask Pastor Mike.
December 30, 2024
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After all the hubbub and excitement of Christmas, the lights go down—and sadness set in. What's happened!? Pastor Mike Fabarez restores the heart with a message for the soul called, "Post-Christmas Contentment." Recapture a lasting joy!
December 26, 2024
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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. It's another holiday edition of Ask Pastor Mike!
December 23, 2024
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Hanging stockings… stringing lights … and decking-out hallways. Christmas is jam-packed with traditions! Should we simplify, or is there value in keeping traditions alive? Today on Ask Pastor Mike, Pastor Mike Fabarez offers a biblical reason to "go big" when you celebrate this year!
December 19, 2024
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Jesus came as the Prince of Peace. Yet, as we look around, it seems like chaos and conflict are still running rampant in the world. Why is that? Pastor Mike Fabarez answers a listener’s poignant question: Where’s the peace God promised?
December 16, 2024
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About Ask Pastor Mike Fabarez

Join us each Friday as Pastor Mike tackles hard-hitting questions Christians face in the modern world. Arm yourself for your next challenging conversation by getting relevant, biblical answers on hot topics of the day.

About Focal Point Ministries

Dr. Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church and the president of Compass Bible Institute, both located in Aliso Viejo, California. Pastor Mike is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Talbot School of Theology and Westminster Theological Seminary in California. Mike is heard on hundreds of stations on the Focal Point radio program and is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse, encouraging his listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives. He has authored several books, including 10 Mistakes People Make About Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife, Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, and Preaching that Changes Lives. Mike and his wife Carlynn are parents of three grown children, two sons and one daughter, and have four young grandchildren.

Contact Ask Pastor Mike Fabarez with Focal Point Ministries

Telephone: 
1-888-320-5885
Mailing Address:
Focal Point
P.O. Box 2850 
Laguna Hills, CA 92654