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How Fathers Can Lead Spiritually (Even If They’re Busy at Work)

In this episode, Pastor Mike answers a practical and important question: how can fathers obey Ephesians 6:4 and lead their children spiritually—even when they’re not home all day?

He explains that while fathers may delegate daily responsibilities, they still carry ultimate leadership and accountability in the home. Biblical parenting involves setting wise boundaries, avoiding overly harsh or controlling rules, and investing intentionally in children through consistent time, teaching, and relationship.

Pastor Mike also highlights a deeper reality: following Christ adds a third priority to life—alongside work and family. This means fathers must make intentional trade-offs, sometimes sacrificing career advancement or personal convenience to stay faithful in their roles at home and in the church.

This teaching offers both encouragement and clarity for dads seeking to lead their families in a Christ-centered way.

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4/7/2026

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About Ask Pastor Mike Live

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.

About 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.

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