This week leading up to Christmas we’ll be dispelling some myths related to various aspects of Christmas. From the guy in the mall getting pictures with kids, to the decorations on homes and in stores, to the Christmas cards we receive... virtually everywhere you look these days you see Santa Clause. The story is familiar to many of you no doubt, but what you might not be so familiar with is the real story of Saint Nicholas. As we learned last time, he was a generous, sacrificial giver who reflected the love of Christ. He was actually a pastor! Mike says his life is one worth considering, and emulating. And in this world full of bad examples, it’s nice to have a good example to follow isn’t it?
You can know something about a person, their biography, greatest achievements, famous sayings...but still be a stranger to them. Real relationships require something more. Presence. Pursuit. A genuine willingness to close the distance.
If you want to pursue a deeper relationship with God, be sure to request the book The Pursuit of God by A. W. Tozer.
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.
