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Conquering the Temptation of Convenient Deceptions – B Day

October 17, 2022
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Most people in our society view white lies as a sign of civility—an untruth about something trivial to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches about a time when David told a white lie that led to dire consequences.

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Have you ever heard of a “Red-Letter” Christian? These folks believe the issues Jesus speaks about in the New Testament—indicated by red ink—should be prioritized over everything else. But is this the correct approach to Scripture? Pastor Mike Fabarez takes a look at what’s really behind such thinking
October 14, 2022
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Giving and receiving uncomfortable or bad news is never easy, which is why so many of us avoid it altogether. Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges our approach to dodging difficult conversations or telling white lies to avoid hurt feelings.
October 13, 2022
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What lengths would you go to protect a family member? How about a friend? Would you put yourself in harm’s way? Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches us about the covenant bond between David and Jonathan, and why it’s a model for us to follow.
October 12, 2022
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Did you know the average American adult only has eight close friends? Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that while making new friends and maintaining bonds is difficult work, cultivating strong friendships is imperative in the Christian life.
October 11, 2022
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Have you ever found yourself in a “David and Goliath” moment? Pastor Mike Fabarez continues our series on David and Goliath and challenges us with the question, Is there a place where I need to stand up and fight for God’s honor like David did?
October 10, 2022
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Second Corinthians chapter 13 verse five says, “Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith.” But … why? And what does “examine yourselves” even mean? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about what a thriving relationship with God looks like and the importance of checking for fruit.
October 7, 2022
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Do you have a thick skin? Daily life presents near-endless ways to be hurt—when you’re disagreed with, when you feel betrayed, or when you hear something offensive. Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us discern which opinions matter and which ones don’t.
October 6, 2022
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With all of the violence, hardship and suffering going on in the world today, it’s understandable why some people feel impatient with God and urge Him to act! Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us why we are to wait patiently for the Lord.
October 5, 2022
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Sometimes we receive a promise from God and then spend years waiting for that promise’s fulfillment.  Other times we’re led in a direction that—on the surface at least—makes no sense at all! We’re learning what to do When God Seems Weird
October 4, 2022
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When it comes to obedience to God, how would you rate yourself? For the big things, most of us would pass the obedience test. But what about those little moments, when we know what we should do, but we don’t? We’re learning from the life of Saul found in 1 Samuel 15.
October 3, 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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