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About
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.
Episodes
- How Does God’s Grace Redirect Our Lives?
God’s grace transforms the direction of our lives. It allows us to move closer to the Lord and move farther away sin! Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us to examine the role of God’s grace in our lives. Is it making us more holy? It’s anothe…
- How Can Reevaluating Sin Strengthen Our Faith?
In order to forge a stronger, deeper, and more meaningful relationship with God, we have to reevaluate our former relationship with sin. Pastor Mike Fabarez asks us to reexamine our connection to our old nature so we can move toward Christ…
- Millennial Kingdom
These days, a lot of attention and a lot of talk is being generated on the subject of End Times and what God has in store for the future. We’re diving into a scriptural discussion about the Millennial Kingdom as we join Pastor Mike Fabarez…
- Why Are Encouraging Friends Vital for Spiritual Growth?
When following God feels like an uphill race, we desperately need friends who run alongside and shout, “Keep going!” and “Don’t stop!” Pastor Mike Fabarez stresses the importance of allowing other Christians to push, prod and persuade us t…
- Why Do We Need Friends Who Challenge Us?
Is there someone in your life who challenges you? Is there a person who pushes you? You might think, “who needs friends like that?” Well, Pastor Mike Fabarez says we all do! We can’t get closer to God without friends who motivate us to gro…
- Are You Growing Closer to God or Drifting Away?
Looking at the direction of your life, are you growing closer to God or moving farther away from him? Or are you stuck in neutral, longing to move forward in your faith? Pastor Mike Fabarez offers practical ways to have A Closer Relationsh…
- How Can We Revitalize Our Connection with God?
Like any relationship, our connection with God can become stale without regular attention. So how do we grow closer to the Lord? Pastor Mike Fabarez offers biblical ways we can grow nearer to our Heavenly Father. And it begins by looking a…
- Book Reading
Cultural critics have warned that modern-day technology will actually reshape the way we think. The problem is our “smart” devices don’t require us to think much at all! Are we limiting our capacity for critical thinking? Pastor and Bible…
- What Defines a Close Relationship with God?
Think of someone you’re close to. You probably talk to each other, spend time together, and know all the quirks and characteristics of that person. Does that describe your connection with the Lord? Pastor Mike Fabarez shows us how to have…
- Why Is the Gospel God’s Complete Word?
It’s common to associate “new” with “better.” It’s why people often run to those claiming to have a “new word” from God or a revised and updated Bible. But Pastor Mike Fabarez shows us how the gospel remains God’s complete word and everyth…
- Why Does the Gospel Need No Alteration?
The message of Jesus Christ is surprisingly simple. So simple that many people have looked at the gospel and said “There must be more.” But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that the gospel needs no modification, amendment, or revision. In Jesu…
- Should We Anticipate a New Gospel Revelation?
Ever received at knock at your door from someone with a big smile and news about a recent revelation from God? Many people claim that the gospel just got an upgrade! Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question Should We Be Expecting a Newer T…
- What’s the Difference Between Soul and Spirit?
The Bible says we’re created in God’s image, but what exactly does that mean? What’s the difference between your soul and your spirit? These are good questions that deserve thoughtful answers. Pastor Mike Fabarez provides them in a special…
- Why Did Forgiveness Require Animal Sacrifice?
To our modern way of thinking, the Old Testament method for dealing with sin seems foreign, confusing and severe. Finding forgiveness meant sacrificing an animal! Pastor Mike Fabarez explores the “why” of animal sacrifice, and “why” it’s n…
- What Do Ancient Sacrifices Reveal About Faith?
At one point, close to a quarter of a million lambs were killed during the Jewish Passover. As modern-day believers, we may ask “why?” Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how the pictures of animal sacrifice point us to the true lamb of God. To s…
- Why Do Somber Images Highlight Jesus’ Work?
At first glance, chapter nine of Hebrews is not an encouraging passage of scripture. It’s all about blood, death and sacrifice—rather gloomy topics. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why these somber illustrations serve as important reminde…
- Why Study Old Testament Practices If Obsolete?
Many of us are tempted to skip right over biblical descriptions of Old Testament practices. If we don’t have to keep them, why study them? Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that just because those ceremonies are obsolete, doesn’t mean they aren…
- Does God Have a Plan for Israel?
Unrest in the Middle East never ceases, and the hostility against Jews by neighboring tribes and nations continues to escalate. So, what does the future hold for God’s historic people? Our Bible teacher Pastor Mike Fabarez examines what sc…
- How Do Old Testament Ceremonies Preview Greater Things?
Before a movie, theaters often show clips of future flicks. It’s never the complete film—just a sneak preview of coming attractions! Pastor Mike Fabarez says the Old Testament ceremonies serve the same purpose. Those ancient expressions of…
- Why Aren’t Old Testament Ceremonies Required Today?
The Old Testament describes many detailed and foreign ceremonies. They include everything from holiday rituals to personal hygiene! But how many of those rules are Christians supposed to follow? Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question, Wh…
- Why Is God’s New Agreement Better Than the Old?
Long ago, God made an agreement with his people, complete with promises and punishments. Unfortunately, we couldn’t live up to our end of the bargain. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains that because of Jesus, God has a new agreement for us… and…
- How Did One Person Transform Our Access to God?
In the past, if you wanted to be close to God, there were several demanding steps you had to take. And unfortunately, most people couldn’t live up to the requirements. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how one person changed everything about ho…
- Earth Day
Recycling, greenhouse gasses, polar ice caps––environmental issues are hot buttons for debate and policy. But as Christians and future citizens of heaven what’s our take on celebrations like “Earth Day?” Pastor Mike offers a biblically gro…
- Why Is the New Promise Greater Than the Old?
Sometimes the only way you can prove the advantages of something new is to compare it to the old! So Pastor Mike Fabarez takes a look at God’s ancient agreement with us in order to show the superiority of the new promise! To support this m…
- Where Does God Choose to Dwell Today?
Where does God live? If his address is in the vicinity of heaven, why was the temple once called “God’s house”? And does God ever take up residence in our churches? Pastor Mike Fabarez says that because of Jesus, God has a new home. To sup…
- Where Does God Reside Without the Temple?
The house of God in Jerusalem was an impressive feat of architecture and design. But since the temple is no more… where does God live now? Is church the new temple? Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses the dwelling place of God then and now. To s…
- Why Did the Priesthood Become Obsolete with Christ?
There was a time when telegraph operators were in high demand. But when more sophisticated modes of communication came along, telegraph operators became obsolete! Pastor Mike Fabarez says that the priesthood used to be necessary… but then…
- Paying Taxes
The official day to file your taxes is coming soon! And along with bemoaning this deadline comes the usual complaints about excessive government spending. Pastor Mike Fabarez answers a timely question about obeying the government when you…
- What Relevance Does Old Testament Imagery Hold Today?
Read through the book of Hebrews and you’ll quickly find it’s filled with Old Testament imagery. The question is, do these pictures have any relevance for us today? Pastor Mike Fabarez helps answer that question by looking at how Christ Ch…
- Why Don’t Modern Churches Use Priests Anymore?
There was a time when church services involved priests and animal sacrifices. But most churches ignore these Old Testament practices today. Have you ever wondered why? Pastor Mike Fabarez turns to the book of Hebrews to answer the question…