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Salvation a Gift

October 13, 2023
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The gift of salvation is free, so why do people make it sound so hard? Even Jesus said that following him was going to require sacrifice. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains the simple but important difference between justification and sanctification.

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We highly prefer instant results. But, like it or not, some things take time—including our faith! Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals a lesson in patience from the story of Moses. As a young man, Moses desired to help his people. But he had to wait in the desert for 40 long years before God was ready to use him!
October 12, 2023
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We know God has a supernatural plan. But when it comes to the really important work, we often assume God will choose someone more qualified, more mature, or more spiritual for those tasks. Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that God is providentially preparing us for his work and we need to participate in his plan.
October 11, 2023
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How do you feel when a flight is delayed or a package arrives late? When something we eagerly expect is slow in coming, most of us get pretty anxious and annoyed. But God’s people are called to be patient! Pastor Mike Fabarez says that if we really believe God’s promises, it should change the way we live. Find out how!
October 10, 2023
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Christians are rarely popular, but they’re of immeasurable value to the world. Like Joseph, who was mistreated by his brothers and imprisoned by Egypt, and yet God used this unlikely hero to save the world from a devastating famine! Pastor Mike Fabarez shares how we, like Joseph, can make a difference for God in a hostile culture.
October 9, 2023
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Is it okay to say “no” to God when we don’t agree with the Bible? Are we supposed to “let go and let God” or should we “take authority”? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains the problem with exercising our authority without fully respecting God’s!
October 6, 2023
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Are you willing to endure disapproval and hostility in order to win hearts for Christ? Like Joseph, who experienced his brothers’ jealousy. Or leaders in the early church like Stephen. Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to advance the cause of Christ, despite push back.
October 5, 2023
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God made promises to Abraham, some which he saw fulfilled, and others which he never experienced in his lifetime. Today, God makes promises to us, some which we experience here and now, and others that won’t be revealed until we enter eternity. Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that we must never doubt God's solemn promises!
October 4, 2023
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Our customs and traditions look very different from the ceremonies performed in Jerusalem in the first century. But are the Old Testament rules and rituals relevant for us today? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why reality of our faith is not accomplished through a ceremony.
October 3, 2023
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The left side of our Bible is too often neglected. But it provides the indispensable foundation for understanding God’s amazing grace and his plan for our redemption. Pastor Mike Fabarez begins a brand-new series called, Gospel Lessons From the Old Testament to remind us how important and applicable the Old Testament is to our lives today.
October 2, 2023
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Is Hell a real place or simply a metaphor? Does our loving God really condemn people to eternal punishment? And how can we balance an understanding of God’s grace with this uncomfortable truth? Pastor Mike Fabarez leads us in searching the scriptures to answer these sobering questions.
September 29, 2023
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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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