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Living as His Expatriates – Part A

July 2, 2020

As Christians, we try to submit to the ultimate authority of Christ. But it can be frustrating because we still have all kinds of people telling us what to do! Pastor Mike Fabarez unpacks three profound statements Jesus made about submitting to less-than-perfect authorities.

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When we rebel against God we are the only ones to blame. So, how do we break the pattern and respond rightly to scripture? Pastor Mike Fabarez offers us four ways to consider our response to God’s word and warns about the consequences of rebellion.
July 1, 2020
Remember when you first became a Christian? Every time you studied the Bible you learned something new and exciting. But after a while, did the passion start to fade? Tuesday, we’re learning that there’s always more to discover! Pastor Mike Fabarez is urging us to consider our response to God’s word.
June 30, 2020
Proverbs 9:10 says “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,” but it’s difficult to live in a constant state of awe and submission. Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to look at how we respond to God’s word. Do we take joy in the Bible’s commands? Or have we become lukewarm?
June 29, 2020
You might know him as an author, pastor, and our Bible teacher on Focal Point. But on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we’re going to get up close and personal with Mike Fabarez to learn about his journey of faith in his own words! Get to know your radio pastor and Bible teacher, and how God is working in the Fabarez family.
June 26, 2020
In our fiercely independent society, we tend to buck against authority. We want to be in charge of our own lives. But as Christians, we’re called to total submission to the King of the universe! On this edition of Focal Point, we’ll learn about submitting to the sovereign authority of King Jesus.
June 25, 2020
Perhaps you’ve heard the famous poem that ends, “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” That phrase perfectly captures the attitude of so many Americans who want to be the king or queen of their own life. But on this edition of Focal Point, we’ll learn the benefits of surrendering the throne to the One True King.
June 24, 2020
You’ve heard the saying, “A man’s home is his castle.” We all like to think we’re the kings and queens of our own domain. But Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that there’s only one King, and he doesn’t share his glory with others!
June 23, 2020
Every family has values and priorities that shape their decisions and guide their interactions with others. And the same is true of the family of God! Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that as Christians, we’re children of God. And he urges us to adopt our Father’s regal priorities.
June 22, 2020
Cultural critics have warned that modern-day technology will actually reshape the way we think. The problem is that our “smart” devices don’t require us to think much at all! Are we limiting our capacity for critical thinking? On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, Pastor Mike our “instant sound-bite” generation is being put on alert.
June 19, 2020
Imagine growing up in the royal family of England. As a representative of your family, you know that people will judge your parents based on your behavior. Pastor Mike Fabarez uses this example to talk about our own responsibilities as sons and daughters of the King of the universe.
June 18, 2020
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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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