Episodes

  • The Elements of a Good Defense-Part A

    The Elements of a Good Defense-Part A
    Jun 26 2025
    When your faith puts you in the cultural crosshairs, what's your first reaction? Pastor Mike Fabarez examines the Apostle Paul's masterful defense strategy in Acts 24. Discover how courtesy can disarm critics, why emotional responses undermine your witness, and practical ways to articulate biblical convictions while maintaining respect. Learn to distinguish between false accusations and legitimate critiques as you prepare to defend your faith with both grace and truth.
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  • The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part C

    The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part C
    Jun 25 2025
    Spiritual warfare isn't just ancient history—it's happening right now against believers worldwide. Pastor Mike Fabarez unmasks the satanic strategy behind anti-Christian sentiment, tracing patterns of opposition from biblical times to today. Discover why Christianity receives uniquely hostile treatment in a supposedly tolerant culture, and gain biblical wisdom for standing firm when facing the consolidated tactics of an increasingly antagonistic world.
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  • The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part B

    The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part B
    Jun 24 2025
    "Judgmental." "Intolerant." "Narrow-minded." Pastor Mike Fabarez examines the specific accusations Christians face in a relativistic culture as he continues a brand-new series called Christians on Trial. Learn how to respond with wisdom when your conviction that Jesus is "the way, the truth, and the life" puts you in the cultural crosshairs.
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  • The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part A

    The Kinds of Opposition to Expect-Part A
    Jun 23 2025
    When was the last time you faced pushback for your faith? Pastor Mike Fabarez illuminates why Christians throughout history have encountered opposition - and why it continues today. Drawing from Paul's experiences in Acts 24, he'll unpack the various forms of resistance believers can expect in a world that's increasingly hostile to biblical values. Learn how to navigate criticism with grace and truth.
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  • Ask Pastor Mike: You’re More Capable than You Think

    Ask Pastor Mike: You’re More Capable than You Think
    Jun 20 2025
    Pastor Mike answers the question, "Should Christians engage in lawsuits?"
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  • The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part C

    The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part C
    Jun 19 2025
    How should Christians respond when government policies contradict biblical commands? Pastor Mike Fabarez addresses this crucial tension while revealing God's stunning sovereignty over every political leader. He'll walk through scripture's clear teachings about when to submit and when to stand firm, bringing biblical clarity to our complex relationship with authorities and wisdom for navigating today's challenging political climate.
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  • The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part B

    The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part B
    Jun 18 2025
    Political corruption. Power struggles. Self-serving leadership. Are these merely symptoms of fallen humanity, or actually part of God's sovereign plan? Pastor Mike Fabarez offers biblical insight into the messy reality of politics and government, tackling what Romans 13 really teaches about authority and why God established governments despite their inevitable flaws.
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  • The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part A

    The Divine Use of Secular Means-Part A
    Jun 17 2025
    Can God use a godless government to advance his kingdom? Pastor Mike Fabarez shatters our neat theological boxes by revealing how the Lord often works through secular institutions to fulfill sacred purposes. Through a fascinating look at Paul's Roman protection detail, you'll gain fresh perspective on seeing divine fingerprints in unlikely places.
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    25 mins