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What to Do When the Bad Stuff Keeps Happening – B Day

October 31, 2022
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Sometimes the trials seem to stack up, don’t they? And after a while, it may feel like there’s no point in trying to change things. Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us we’re not helpless! Although we may be facing difficulties, God will provide a way through, and we’ll be stronger for it.

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Does God exist? Either way, how do you know? It’s a loaded question, one that has serious repercussions for everyone, according to the answer. Pastor Mike Fabarez addresses and responds to this fundamental question with the wisdom of Scripture and reason.
October 28, 2022
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Wouldn't life be so much better if we could hit the easy button every time we encountered something uncomfortable? Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges our understanding of suffering, and urges us to continue living godly lives no matter what.
October 27, 2022
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When we've been wronged, the thought of getting even can feel justified. But sin is never worth it! Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches on revenge, highlighting David's story in 1 Samuel 25, when he plots to kill Nabal. Justified or not, when we compromise God's Word, we only fool ourselves.
October 26, 2022
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When we find ourselves in a situation we don't like, our instinct is to change it, at any cost, to get what we want. But are we acting according to God's will? Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us understand why compromise and sin are never worth it.
October 25, 2022
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Bible verses like Romans 12:17, “Don't repay evil for evil,” are easy to understand but difficult to live out! Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches us about a time when David had the opportunity to get revenge and kill Saul, which would have solved a lot of his short-term problems! Let's learn what he did instead.
October 24, 2022
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Do you have to be baptized to be saved? Does baptism save you? These questions plague Christians and non-Christians alike, and often divide us along doctrinal lines. Exactly what happens when we are baptized? Do you have to be baptized, and if not, why do it? Get the answer straight from the Bible as we Ask Pastor Mike.
October 21, 2022
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When you’ve been wronged, what is your knee-jerk response? Most people stick up for themselves or even fight back. But what does God want us to do? Pastor Mike Fabarez points us to the story of Saul and David in 1 Samuel 24 to answer this important question.
October 20, 2022
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Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us see that not every opportunity is sent from God. In 1 Samuel 23, God sends David to the walled city of Keilah. When Saul learned where David was, he assumed God was handing him over for capture. But this was not the case!
October 19, 2022
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There is nothing worse than senseless suffering! When we’re going through difficult times, they somehow seem easier to bear if we can find a reason or explanation. But what about those times when there is no reason? Pastor Mike Fabarez provides biblical encouragement for difficult times.
October 18, 2022
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Most people in our society view white lies as a sign of civility—an untruth about something trivial to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. Pastor Mike Fabarez teaches about a time when David told a white lie that led to dire consequences.
October 17, 2022
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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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