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Jesus warned against the deceitfulness of riches. And yet, with as expensive as life is, it’s easy to get swept up in the pursuit of wealth! Pastor Mike Fabarez shares some key truths from Hebrews chapter 13 as he continues a lesson on what it means to have an attitude of contentment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

We all need money to pay the bills. And the Bible reminds us that money is not the root of all sorts of evil—but the love of money certainly is! Pastor Mike Fabarez begins a highly relevant message titled, Contentment Instead of Materialism. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Whether it’s giving up an afternoon to help a friend move or relinquishing the last piece of pie, there’s power behind every act of sacrifice. And you might be surprised by some of the unexpected benefits of serving others! Pastor Mike Fabarez explores the powerful impact of choosing Sacrifice Instead of Selfishness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/...

Some of us gain energy when we’re around lots of people. Others prefer privacy, and would rather hang out at home with the dog. Pastor Mike Fabarez shares a challenging but important perspective on serving others, from the book of Hebrews. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

When pain won’t let up, is God trying to get our attention? And how far does honesty have to bend when someone we love is at risk? Pastor Mike Fabarez fields unscripted calls on suffering, ethics, and generosity, in another edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Do you ever keep lists of all the projects, tasks and errands you don’t want to forget? Pastor Mike Fabarez looks at Hebrews chapter thirteen and presents a checklist of helpful reminders that God wants us to keep in mind. Don’t miss the start of Pastor Mike’s next study called, Countercultural Christians. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=202511...

It’s tempting to conform our image of God according to our preference and imagination. But when we see him for who he truly is, we’re moved to worship and obey. Pastor Mike Fabarez presents the final portion in a study called, Our Fight with Sin. Discover a practical form of worship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Most people have preconceived notions about God. But how do we sort through these ideas, these images, and discover the truth about who God really is? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about the true character of God presented in scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

At some point or another, we all take things for granted. That is, of course, until we’re reminded of just how valuable they are. Pastor Mike Fabarez describes the worth of our salvation by understanding the weight of our sin. Don’t miss this powerful reflection on our life in Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Does an unbroken line of church leaders really prove it’s the one true church? Should your prayers go mainly to Jesus, or to the father? And can a person honestly know, deep down, that they belong to Christ? Pastor Mike Fabarez wades into all three in a fresh round of Ask Pastor Mike Live! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

There are certain sinful behaviors that everyone condemns. But when it comes to the “small” offenses, we don’t tend to take them quite so seriously. Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that sin is serious, large or small. Gain encouragement for your fight with sin! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Do you ever wonder why God makes a big deal about certain sinful behaviors? Pastor Mike Fabarez suggests that we adjust our perspective and learn to see temptation through the eyes of the only perfect man who ever lived. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Sin just doesn’t affect one person—it affects us all. So when we actively attack temptation in our lives, we’re really fighting for each other! Pastor Mike Fabarez explains exactly why Our Fight with Sin is so important. Could you use some motivation to fight the good fight? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

When we’re tempted to cave in to temptation, we assume our poor choices won’t matter. But Pastor Mike Fabarez reminds us that sin causes trouble for us and for those we love. Don’t miss a powerful study about Recalling Why This is So Important. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Is God required to grant the very things you’re praying for? And if Christ already wiped your record clean, why does the Bible still promise a reckoning? Pastor Mike Fabarez sits with two callers questioning prayer, a father’s drinking, and the judgment believers still face, in another edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266...

Do you ever get tired of battling temptation? When the going gets tough, it’s not unusual to want to give up and give in. Pastor Mike Fabarez shares biblical motivation to keep up the good work and keep going strong. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

For centuries, men and women have battled against temptation. But when it comes to overcoming sin, it’s important to consider whether or not we really want to succeed! Pastor Mike Fabarez shares practical and personal strategies for becoming stronger in Our Fight with Sin. Discover motivation for success. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=2025111...

We’ve all experienced the powerful lure of temptation in our lives. But how do we develop a strategy to succeed and overcome? Pastor Mike Fabarez looks to Hebrews 12 for guidance in Our Fight with Sin. Don’t miss an important study about growing stronger every day! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

We’d be foolish to attempt running a marathon without the proper training. And resisting temptation is just as difficult, unless we’re spiritually strong! Pastor Mike Fabarez encourages us to be well prepared for Our Fight with Sin. Ready for a spiritual work-out? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Why lean on scripture alone, and not also the traditions handed down by the church? And in Exodus, when Aaron claims the golden calf just “came out” of the fire on its own, is that a real explanation, or something else entirely? Pastor Mike Fabarez works through both questions in a new edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266...

When it comes to God’s discipline in our lives, it’s hard to see his intervention in a positive light. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how we can actually be thankful for God’s correction, as he describes the benefits of being God’s children. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

When it comes to God’s discipline in our lives, it’s hard to see his intervention in a positive light. But Pastor Mike Fabarez explains how we can actually be thankful for God’s correction, as he describes the benefits of being God’s children. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

If you’re a parent, you know that disciplining your kids is a tough balancing act… but it’s necessary! And sometimes God uses the same tactic with us. Pastor Mike Fabarez helps us recognize God’s loving discipline in our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

When we’re mocked or criticized for doing the right thing, we may feel discouraged. We might even feel like giving up altogether. Pastor Mike Fabarez provides some biblical encouragement to stand strong. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111

Can two Bible-believing scholars disagree and still both be walking with the Spirit? And is hell really the endless, conscious reality scripture describes, or has popular culture softened the picture? Pastor Mike Fabarez tackles all of this and more, in this edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/266/29?v=20251111