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Full-length sermons by Pastor Mike Fabarez.
The First Christmas Card
We should be comforted and encouraged by God’s announcement of his ancient plans to bring about our salvation through Christ just after Adam and Eve first sinned.
The Arrival of the Royal Priest
We should joyfully submit to King Jesus knowing he redeemed us and will one day vanquish all rebels, ushering in a kingdom of peace.
When the Price Tag is High
We must see the paramount importance of forgiving others always mindful of the far-reaching effects, even, or especially when it is difficult.
The Right Kind of Forgiveness
We must understand our Christian requirement to forgive, and God’s appeal for us to forgive willingly, sincerely, and fully as we are reconciled with our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Glimpses of the Goal
We must understand our profound connection with each other because of our union with Christ.
The Work Yet to Be Done
We must diligently keep investing in all that is important to God, faithfully and wisely dealing with people, and rightly handling God’s word until the work of the church is done.
Maintaining Clear Communication
Like Paul, we must be wise about our words with others, knowing that as Christians in a fallen world we will always need to seek to excel in our communication.
Fueled by God’s Gracious Resources
We must draw the connection between God and his gracious provisions in our lives and, for his glory, make the most of all that he has set before us.
Not Doubting God’s Authenticated Message
We must have confidence in the veracity of our Bibles, knowing how God miraculously authenticated the Apostles and Prophets he used to relay his written revelation to us.
Clinging to God’s Faithful Promises
God’s promises to us must be believed with a tenacious, God-fueled confidence no matter what might tempt us to doubt them.
Motivated by Our Sanctifying Effect
We as Christians should understand the important role God has graciously allowed us to currently have in preserving, protecting, and improving the concentric spheres in which we live.
Confident in God’s Indomitable Plan
We ought to care about the people around us and the culture we live in, boldly relaying God’s revealed wisdom to them, knowing his indomitable plans will surely be carried out.
No Exemption from Trouble
The Christian life will be filled with various difficulties which can be endured with great courage as we cling to God with an accurate understanding of who he is.
Question & Answer Service 2024-Part 3
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: If we pray with any doubt at all does God hear our prayer? Did Jesus have a part in the creation of the universe? What are your thoughts on “altar calls?” What are your thoughts on Jeremiah 29:11? How can you
Question & Answer Service 2024-Part 2
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: Should we believe in a “young earth” or “old earth?” How do we communicate what it means to be a “slave of Christ?” Is addressing someone by their preferred pronouns somehow sinful or a compromise of my Christianity? What does it
Question & Answer Service 2024-Part 1
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: How do we discern pride in ourselves and others? Where did all the different ethnicities come from after the flood. What is the biblical view on the “age of accountability” How does Satan have any authority on earth if dominion is
Our Strong God
God is a protector of his people, and Christians should always seek to detect his gracious deliverance in its varied forms, knowing God is worthy of our humble praise and generous response.
Drawing Near to God
When life is hard we must purposefully seek the Lord, knowing he is responsive to our pain and that he will give us the hope and courage that we need.
Seeking to Turn Opponents to Allies
While many will vehemently resist the biblical gospel, we must see through their biases and double down on the authenticated message God has commissioned us to share persuasively.
Remembering Your Purpose
We must be faithful to fulfill God’s purpose for our lives by obeying the clear vocational and ministry calling for our lives.