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Should a wife leave her church to follow an unbelieving husband? Can a pastor make his ministry conditional on hitting a growth target? And was Jesus actually an illegal immigrant? Pastor Mike Fabarez takes on another round of live listener questions in this week’s edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

In a family business, it’s important to prepare the younger generations to be equipped and confident to take over the company one day. Every parent wants his or her children and grandchildren to succeed! Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about leaving a legacy through future generations. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

If you’re a parent or grandparent, it’s likely you invest a lot of time and energy into your kids. But do you ever stop and pray for your great great grandchildren? Pastor Mike Fabarez describes the exciting impact we can have on future generations. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Sure, they parted oceans, defeated giants, stopped the rain… but even the heroes of the Bible struggled with their part in God’s plan. Pastor Mike Fabarez says we can learn a lot from the example of Abraham on Trusting God When Hope Seems Lost. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

It’s been said that patience is a virtue. But whether it’s a matter of years or minutes, learning to wait can test our faith! Pastor Mike Fabarez shares practical tips for enduring with patience. Are you experiencing delays and wondering if God’s promises are for you? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

What does the Bible have to say when military benefits, a union strike, or a question about your eternal security comes knocking? Pastor Mike Fabarez fields real questions from real listeners in this new edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Whether it’s looking for a new job, or standing in the checkout line, waiting is rarely easy. And when our life is placed on hold our confidence in God’s promises is often put to the test! Pastor Mike Fabarez helps you discover God’s goodness through times of waiting. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Following Jesus is no guarantee of a worry-free life. In fact, a walk of faith may take us down some rough roads. So why should we continue on God’s path? Pastor Mike Fabarez describes the great hope we have in following Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Following Jesus is the greatest adventure. But it’s not always easy. That’s why we all need models who can inspire us to keep going. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains what Abraham can teach us about Boldly Following God’s Path for My Life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

It might take self-confidence to be the captain of your own fate. But it requires Ambitious Faith to follow God’s path for your life! Pastor Mike Fabarez challenges us through the story of Abraham. When God calls… do we have the faith to follow? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Whether it’s the pressing deadlines, the long hours, or a difficult boss—sometimes work can seem more like a curse than a blessing. Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses God’s view of work, retirement and rest, in this “employee’s edition” of Ask Pastor Mike. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Children’s books use colorful pictures of arks and animals to tell the story of Noah. Those cheery illustrations may entertain kids, but they can distract us from the somber warning in the story. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why Noah demonstrates our need to trust God when he says, “Get in the boat!” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

There are warning labels on nearly everything these days. Most of the time, we ignore them, or don’t believe the dangers are real. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains why we cannot treat God’s warnings the same way. When God says “watch out!” we need to listen! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Most warning labels make logical sense. No toasters in the bathtub or plastic toys in the oven! But what if the word of caution doesn’t make sense? Pastor Mike Fabarez studies the faith of Noah who believed God’s unusual warnings. Do we really take God at his word? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

We spend much of our day running from one place to another. We’re always rushing off to work or racing back home. But in all our activity, are we chasing what really matters? Pastor Mike Fabarez says we can learn a lot from the example of Enoch on making God our primary pursuit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Maybe you’ve heard people say, “That’s your truth, this is my truth.” Or perhaps you’ve heard someone say, “I’m speaking my truth.” But is there such a thing as THE truth? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles the question: Is anything absolutely true in a relative world? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

While the world is going from bad to worse, we as Christians may wonder if it’s even possible to live a life of Ambitious Faith. Pastor Mike Fabarez offers some biblical encouragement from the story of Enoch. Hear how he kept pursuing God in a culture not unlike our own. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

In the busyness of life, minor tasks can turn into major pursuits. It’s why we need role models who can show us what’s really important in life. Pastor Mike Fabarez explains what Enoch can teach us about making what truly matters our life’s pursuit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Do you have a Christian role model? Someone you can turn to for guidance and motivation? Well, Hebrews 11 contains a collection of godly people we learn from, and Pastor Mike Fabarez explains what Abel can teach us about living a life of Ambitious Faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Have you heard, “it’s not the gift, but the thought that counts”? Well, when it comes to giving to God, there’s a lot of truth to that saying! Pastor Mike Fabarez provides a biblical model of giving our best to God and how to do it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

If you’re in sales, you understand the drive to “close the deal,” and meet your quotas. Salespeople of every industry are under great pressure to perform! Fortunately for Christians, that’s NOT the case when it comes to telling others about God! Pastor Mike Fabarez gives us good news about the Good News! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

If we need real-life examples of how to live the Christian life, the Bible is full of men and women we can look to for inspiration. Pastor Mike Fabarez highlights a particular hero of the faith, who shows us how to Trust God Enough to Give Him Our Best. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

God doesn’t want us to settle for half-hearted belief or middle-of-the-road acceptance. The goal of every Christian is to have a gung-ho, no-holds-barred trust in the Lord! And Pastor Mike Fabarez says that it all begins with Boldly Trusting in God’s Ability to Create. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

The origin of the universe is not merely a question of science—but a matter of faith. Is everything the result of random evolution, or the product of a sovereign creator? Pastor Mike Fabarez compares both creationism and evolution to see which belief has the best evidence. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

It’s safe to say that no one listening witnessed the beginning of the universe. So all discussions about our origins are really conversations about faith! Pastor Mike Fabarez explains there’s ample reason to Boldly Trust in God’s Ability to Create. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111