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Is Unity Always the Right Choice?

August 28, 2024
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"Why can't we all just get along?" Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles this age-old question through the lens of a New Testament dispute. We'll consider when unity at all costs might not be God's plan, and learn how to discern between harmful and necessary conflicts. It’s a challenging yet unifying message on Christian disagreement.

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"Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." But what happens when godly people disagree? Pastor Mike Fabarez unpacks some useful lessons from a rather confusing conflict found in Acts 15. Discover the difference between sinful division and principled disagreement, and learn how to approach conflict with wisdom and grace.
August 27, 2024
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Is conflict always a bad thing in the church? Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges our assumptions about Christian disagreements. We'll examine a surprising split between Paul and Barnabas, and get a better understanding of when conflict might actually be part of God's plan.
August 26, 2024
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Whether it’s the pressing deadlines, the long hours, or a difficult boss—sometimes work can seem more like a curse than a blessing. Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses God’s view of work, retirement and rest, in this “employee’s edition” of Ask Pastor Mike.
August 23, 2024
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Do arguments about Bible teachings hurt the Church's work? Pastor Mike Fabarez digs into Acts 15, revealing how early Christians found strength in unity. We'll explore why settling theological disputes is crucial for spiritual growth, as we learn some key lessons on how to build a strong, unified Church in a divided world.
August 22, 2024
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"A house divided against itself cannot stand." But how do we build a united church in such a fractured world? Pastor Mike Fabarez delves into Acts 15, revealing the early believers' secret to strength and unity. Learn how certainty in God's truth can transform your faith and your church.
August 21, 2024
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In a world where everyone claims their own reality, and people argue “my truth” vs. “your truth”, how can Christians stand firm on the claims of the Bible? Pastor Mike Fabarez explores the power of biblical certainty and the dangers of relativism in this eye-opening lesson about faith in an age of skepticism.
August 20, 2024
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Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to think critically about truth. Is truth something we create, or something we discover? We'll discuss why aligning ourselves with God's Word and godly leaders is crucial for spiritual growth, and learn how to navigate personal convictions while maintaining unity.
August 19, 2024
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Maybe you’ve heard people say, “That’s your truth, this is my truth.” Or perhaps you’ve heard someone say, “I’m speaking my truth.” But is there such a thing as THE truth? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles the question: Is anything absolutely true in a relative world?
August 16, 2024
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These days, we’re encouraged to embrace diversity in almost every area of life—but what about in our faith? Is it a good thing to have diverse beliefs about God? Or does it even matter? Pastor Mike Fabarez shares an important message about doctrinal unity, and what it really means to be Unified by the Truth.
August 15, 2024
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Does it matter if Christians believe different things about God? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles this pressing issue. We'll examine how the early church balanced cultural differences with biblical truth, and learn why aligning our beliefs with God's Word is vital for Christian unity.
August 14, 2024
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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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Focal Point
P.O. Box 2850 
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
 
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