“With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith. [12] We pray this so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be...
“For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord;...
Many are asking, “Who can show us any good (tov)?” Let the light of your face shine upon us, O LORD. You have filled my heart with greater joy…Psalm 4:6-7a NIV Have you experienced devastation in your lifetime? I can’t personally say that I have, in comparison to those who have unexpectedly and tragically lost...
“And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding …”Colossians 1:9 ESV One of the most asked questions by Christians is “How do I know what is God’s will for my...
“But as for me, it is good (tov) to be near God. I have made the Sovereign LORD my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.”Psalm 73:28 NIV When was the last time you were close in proximity or near to a celebrity or popular person you admired? I got so enamored and felt...
“For the LORD is good (tov); His lovingkindness is everlasting, and His faithfulness to all generations.“Psalm 100:5 NASB Have you experienced any negative or bad situations this past week? There’s certainly a lot of negativity and gloomy circumstances that can affect our thoughts and lives! Please listen to this video I recorded. Those of you who have...
“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then...
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give...
“Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends!” Philippians 4:1 NIV Have you ever stood on a shaky stool or ladder? Or struggled getting your footing on a wet, muddy trail? It’s certainly not a secure feeling, when falling...
“Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. 13 For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do...
Pastor Rod has been in ministry for more than 38 years. He has shepherded and overseen a variety of ministries, including children’s, youth, college, community/missions, discipleships/small groups, worship and the arts, as well as assisting and consulting with several church planters. Since moving back to Honolulu from Kansas City in 2000, Rod has served on Pastor Wayne Cordeiro’s executive team at New Hope O‘ahu. He has pastored the New Hope Mānoa ‘ohana since January 2015.
