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Pastor Mike Fabarez

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December 9, 2022
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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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike!
December 2, 2022
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Most things in this world boil down to relationships. Knowing the right people can help us get ahead, and serving one another in love is certainly a biblical concept! However, Pastor Mike Fabarez cautions us to ensure we’re building relationships for the right reasons.
December 1, 2022
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Pastor Mike Fabarez continues our study 2 Samuel 2, just as David becomes king over Judah. David knew he would one day be king over all of Israel but instead of demanding power, he waited for God’s timing.
November 30, 2022
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Do you believe God has a plan for your life? How do we know which path is God’s path for us? Pastor Mike Fabarez assures us that God has provided us with a road map to follow, but learning to navigate it may take some practice.
November 29, 2022
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Which is easier, remembering something positive that happened yesterday, or something negative that happened? Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to make an effort to notice the good things that are happening all around us, every day.
November 28, 2022
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We’re looking back at the history of Thanksgiving, and hearing about how this distinctly American holiday originated. Then, Mike Fabarez continues with reasons why Christians ought to be the most thankful people on earth.
November 25, 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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P.O. Box 2850 
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
 
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