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Pastor Mike Fabarez

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Victory Over Sin

September 24, 2021
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Most people can walk a mile or two without much effort. But running a marathon requires intensive preparation and focus. And in the same way, curbing habitual sins isn’t a walk in the park. It’s a marathon! On this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we’re learning how to build endurance and break free from crippling sin patterns.

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Whether it’s a friend who gossips behind your back or a spouse who breaks your marriage vows, there are few things in life as painful as betrayal. Pastor Mike Fabarez describes how we should respond when someone we trust lets us down.
September 23, 2021
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Most of us are quick to admit that we aren’t perfect. But when it comes to naming specific sins and confessing our guilt, that’s a lot harder to do! Pastor Mike Fabarez describes the importance of true, honest confession as he continues our study in the Psalms.
September 22, 2021
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Some sins are obvious and clearly noticeable to everyone around us. But other sins take place beneath the surface. In fact, we might be trapped in sin without even knowing it! Pastor Mike Fabarez takes us to the Psalms and explains the importance of honest self-reflection and heartfelt confession. We’re asking God to search our hearts!
September 21, 2021
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If you’ve ever taken a road trip with young kids, you’ve almost certainly heard that dreaded question: “Are we there yet?” Kids are notoriously impatient, but adults can struggle with patience too! Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to look at our own hearts to see if we are being impatient with God.
September 20, 2021
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The Bible says Jesus was forgiving sins even before His crucifixion. So why did Jesus have to die at all? Pastor Mike Fabarez sits down for a personal conversation about the reasons why Christ needed to go to the cross.
September 17, 2021
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When something is painful, whether physically or emotionally, our first instinct is to fix it as soon as possible by any means possible. But that’s not always the way God works! Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us find Patience and Peace even when our prayers seem to go unanswered.
September 16, 2021
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You’ve probably seen those goofy photos where someone angles the camera to make it look like they’re holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It’s a great example of the power of perspective. On this program, Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us put our own lives in perspective in light of God’s power and glory.
September 15, 2021
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Architects sometimes use an optical illusion called “forced perspective” to make a building appear bigger than it is. And Pastor Mike Fabarez cautions that the same thing can happen to our perception of ourselves. When we lose sight of God’s greatness, we can easily inflate our own importance!
September 14, 2021
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When life is going well, it’s easy to get a little puffed up. But Pastor Mike Fabarez urges us to check our perspective and make sure we’re giving God the glory for our success!
September 13, 2021
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English Standard… New American Standard… when it comes to picking out a good Bible, seems like there’s nothing “standard” about them! Are some versions better than others? Which one’s right for you? Pastor Mike Fabarez sifts through the differences between popular modern versions.
September 10, 2021
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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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