If you received a letter from someone that contained mostly correction and some pockets of encouragement, and then it was signed I love you and want God’s favor to be on you... how would you receive that? I think it's safe to say, many would be offended and maybe even upset. But what I just described, in a nutshell, is Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians. And today on Focal Point, we’ll see that biblical love speaks the truth, and that truth may involve something people don’t want to hear. Pastor Mike Fabarez is also quick to point out, we can’t lose sight of godly compassion through all of this. Right on the heals of Valentine’s Day, our attention is given to what the Bible has to say about real love.
True courage is rare. And when we see it, we may question our own spiritual resolve when we are confronted or censored. The early church thrived not despite opposition, but through it and Christians today are facing increased attacks to their faith that may cost them something in their lives.
Learn how the courageous stories of men and women of faith can bolster your confidence to stand up when you face opposition.
Be sure to request the book Courage to Stand by John Stamper with your generous donation this month.
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.
Acerca de 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.
