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How to Maintain Your Sanity in the Christian Life – A Day

October 4, 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

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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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On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, our topic is one that’s been debated among believers for centuries. Is it right for peace-loving Christians to wage war? Can we, in good conscience, serve in the military? A contentious subject with far-reaching implications.
September 30, 2022
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Would you do whatever God asked you to do, even if it was inconvenient and maybe even expensive? Pastor Mike Fabarez is taking us through a passage in First Samuel where God commands Saul to do one thing, but Saul does something else instead. We’ll discover why it was so important for him to do exactly what God said.
September 29, 2022
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A recent study found that the average human attention span has fallen to eight seconds. That’s less than a goldfish! Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to consider whether or not we’re practicing Convenient Christianity—a faith that is motivated by selfishness rather than obedience to God’s call.
September 28, 2022
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Would you consider yourself a risk taker? Most of us would probably be closer to risk-averse. And for good reason! We work hard to build lives that are safe. Pastor Mike Fabarez is challenging us to rethink what it means to take risks when it comes to God’s call.
September 27, 2022
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Pastor Mike Fabarez continues a practical message about doing great things for God, while still staying humble. We’re learning from Jonathan’s courage and humble confidence in 1 Samuel chapters 13 and 14.
September 26, 2022
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Everyone loves the comfort of familiar things and being comfortable in general. But when does “staying in our comfort zone” keep us from growing or impede progress? Pastor Mike Fabarez fields a question about “church traditions” and dissects the problem of being outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant!
September 23, 2022
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There’s a military adage that’s applied to everything from sports and law to business and board games. It goes, “the best defense is a good offense.” Pastor Mike Fabarez uses this principle to describe the Christian life as well. If you want to do great things for God, it starts by having a good defense. But in order to really make a difference, you’ve got to live like you have nothing to fear, because you don’t! God is with you. 
September 22, 2022
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When you’re faced with a big decision, how do you determine what the right choice is? And when you’re seeking God’s will, how can you be sure you’re hearing His voice above your own thoughts and feelings? Pastor Mike Fabarez takes us to a time in Israel’s history when King Saul was at the crux of a decision in battle. We’ll discover what happens when you fail a divine pop-quiz.
September 21, 2022
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Have you ever been tested by God? While not every challenge is a test, and sometimes bad things just happen, God still tests us today just as He tested His followers in the Old Testament! Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us discern whether or not we’re in a divine test.
September 20, 2022
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Feeling Disconnected?
Are you yearning for deeper, more meaningful friendships? More than 60% of Americans report feeling lonely and disconnected, and young adults are experiencing unprecedented levels of isolation. This is a practical, biblically rooted guide to fostering meaningful relationships and spiritual growth within your church community, and it couldn’t have come at a more critical time. Be sure to request the book Keeping the Church Small by Pastor Mike Fabarez and staff with your generous donation this month.
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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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