The daily radio broadcast of Pastor Mike Fabarez on Focal Point Radio.
Ever notice how some people just don’t “get” the Bible. Pastor Mike Fabarez unpacks the remarkable difference between how believers and unbelievers process God’s word. While many dismiss scripture as foolishness, Christians experience something entirely different—the supernatural work of illumination.
Your conscience serves as your internal moral compass—but can it be trusted completely? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines the delicate balance between honoring your conscience and recognizing its imperfections. You’ll gain fresh insights on how God’s word calibrates your moral intuition while steering you toward authentic holiness.
We’ve all tasted the frustration of trying to live a godly life through our own willpower. Pastor Mike Fabarez delves into the transformative process of sanctification—revealing how God himself works to reshape your character from the inside out. Discover the divine partnership that leads to lasting spiritual growth.
If you were a coach preparing for a crucial game, you would study footage of your players and your opponents to develop a game plan for success. Good leaders are strategic! Pastor Mike Fabarez is helping us strategize for our most important leadership role: parenthood.
President Lincoln famously said, “All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” A beautiful reminder that as parents, our decisions and example don’t just affect our kids in the moment, but for a lifetime. Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses the profound spiritual impact parents have on their children.
Most of us love hearing stories about our family history: what our grandparents and great-grandparents did, where they lived, and what they accomplished. Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses how parents can pass along a legacy of godliness to their children.
Most successful people share some commonalities like having self-discipline and a knack for making wise decisions in difficult situations. But those practices didn’t come out of nowhere! Pastor Mike outlines a biblical guide for shaping your kid’s character by administering effective discipline.
The word “discipline” sounds pretty negative. But it actually shares a root with the word “disciple.” It’s about training our kids in the way they should go! Pastor Mike Fabarez instructs parents on the positive virtues of discipline and diligently training your kids to discern right from wrong!
Pick up any contemporary parenting book and you’ll likely find tips to build up your child’s self-esteem. We’re constantly told we need to nurture their strong self-identity. But is stroking their little egos really the best thing we can do as parents? Pastor Mike Fabarez turns to God’s word for counter-cultural instructions on raising “gospel-receptive” …
From blocks to Legos and pillow forts, you’ve taught your kids that the secret to a sturdy structure lies in a firm foundation. And building a strong faith is no different! Pastor Mike Fabarez is talking about the importance of establishing your home on the gospel.
Jesus commissioned each one of us to go and make disciples of all men. And if you’re a parent, that task starts at home! For moms and dads who follow Jesus, our goal is to lay the foundation that leads our sons and daughters to genuine salvation. Pastor Mike Fabarez re-focuses our attention on the …
As parents, it’s our job to provide for our kids and look out for their safety. We lovingly bandage scraped knees and comfort broken hearts. But sometimes our good intentions can do more harm than good! Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about parental fear and how it can hinder us from God’s best for our kids.
Whether it’s teaching your kid to ride a bike or helping him get into the “right” college, moms and dads worry a lot! Too often we become “lawnmower parents”—running ourselves ragged to create a smooth path for our kids. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how understanding God’s design for parenting can free you from anxiety.
Most moms and dads understand that it’s part of the job to identify and correct their kids’ bad behaviors. We expend so much energy keeping our kids out of trouble, but we may have overlooked the trouble in ourselves! Pastor Mike Fabarez takes the focus off the kids for a moment to address some of …
When you bring home a baby for the first time, that child is completely helpless and dependent on mom and dad. But it doesn’t stay that way forever! Being a parent is a tough job. And Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges some of our cultural expectations as we consider what the Bible has to say about …
Parents spend a lot of time pouring into their kids. Diaper changes, soccer games, and homework fill up much of the day for moms and dads. And while the kids are important, there’s someone else who needs your attention first—your spouse! Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why the relationship between husbands and wives should take priority.
There are few undertakings in life as overwhelming as parenting. Contemporary authors have countless theories about the proper way to go about this task, but only one book offers guidance from the One who created your children! Pastor Mike Fabarez begins a new study on biblical parenting.
When facing the jaws of danger, do you recognize divine escape routes? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines Paul’s near-execution and the quick-thinking strategy that saved his life. We’ll unpack how believers can honor God’s sovereignty while actively participating in his providential plan. Discover practical wisdom for navigating life’s threatening circumstance.
When life’s challenges threaten to overwhelm you, what’s your response? Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals the powerful mindset that kept Paul going through imprisonment and persecution. Learn why “I don’t think God is finished with me yet” should be your default perspective in every trial.
Life sometimes feels like a treadmill—lots of effort but going nowhere. Pastor Mike Fabarez offers the biblical antidote to spiritual listlessness. He explains why the Christian life isn’t a meaningless cycle but a purposeful journey toward a divine destination. Gain the endurance you need to push through life’s most challenging seasons.
Every detail of your life has purpose. Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals how God doesn’t waste a single circumstance—even the painful chapters of our past. Discover how your background, birthplace, and timeline are divinely orchestrated components of God’s master plan.
Is your life unfolding by random chance, or by divine design? Pastor Mike Fabarez unveils God’s sovereign blueprint at work in every life. As we examine Paul’s remarkable testimony in Acts 22, we’ll discover how our birth, background, and even our struggles are divinely orchestrated to fulfill God’s perfect plan.
The Bible presents a God who orchestrates worms and wind as deliberately as kings and prophets. Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges our limited view of divine sovereignty. If God strategically positioned Cyrus 150 years before his birth, what might He be positioning in your life today?
Some churches teach that baptism literally washes away sin—but is that true? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles the relationship between religious symbols and spiritual realities. Cutting through centuries of confusion, he’ll explain what actually saves us.
When dirt and grime ruin fabric, we toss it—but what can we do about the stains on our souls? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines God’s surprising solution. Through powerful ancient metaphors, discover how completely God deals with sin’s marks on our lives. No halfway measures, no partial fixes—learn how Christ makes the crimson white as snow.
Baptism—a simple ritual or profound symbol? When Ananias told Paul to “wash away your sins,” what did he really mean? Pastor Mike Fabarez decodes the rich biblical metaphors that give baptism its true significance. Dive beneath the surface and unpack the meaning behind the metaphor.
What makes Good Friday “good”? After all, it commemorates the brutal execution of an innocent man. Pastor Mike Fabarez explores the profound paradox at the heart of Good Friday—how history’s darkest injustice became humanity’s brightest hope. Discover the true weight Christ carried beyond the wooden cross, and why his suffering opens the door to our …
Any kind of authority requires some kind of credentials. Pastor Mike Fabarez unveils the ultimate credential behind Christ’s authority—his resurrection power. He explains why the one who conquered death has legitimate claim over every aspect of our lives. It’s an eye-opening message that connects Easter’s triumph to our daily choices!
The rules God gives aren’t arbitrary restrictions—they’re pathways to flourishing. Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals why Jesus’ authority in the temple wasn’t just about establishing order, but directing us toward what’s best. As our Easter series continues, discover why accepting Christ as Lord means embracing the wisdom of the one who designed us.
What happens when Jesus flips the tables? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines the startling moment when Christ cleared the temple courts with decisive authority. We’re beginning a special Easter study, by learning why this wasn’t just righteous indignation, but a profound declaration of his divine identity.