“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17 NIV Exemplifying a grateful lifestyle, in my opinion, is cultivated in our hearts and thoughts. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, what if it wasn’t just a...
“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.”Colossians 3:12 ESV In today’s cultural, political, and social climate, it’s easy to “put on” anger, criticism, pride, resentment, and division—sometimes without even realizing it! Every day we choose what to wear. But have you ever considered what we’re...
“For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.”Colossians 3:3 NIV Acknowledging insecurities in our lives can be intimidating or freeing! But the challenge is moving the “IN” in INsecure to being secure “IN” Jesus! We all have insecurities! Whether it’s our appearance, abilities, accomplishments, relationships, or what others think of...
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”Colossians 3:17 NIV My heart is bursting with thanks to God for Francine! Fran (and her hubby Byron) is stepping out in faith to facilitate partnering with Operation Christmas Child...
“I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea …”Colossians 2:1 NIV Something in this passage caught my attention. Paul is struggling for believers, including those in Laodicea. He wanted them to be encouraged, united in love, and growing deeper in their relationship with Jesus (v. 2)....
“For this I toil, struggling withall his energy that he powerfully works within me.” Colossians 1:29 ESV Have you ever struggled with something or someone you deeply care about? Maybe with your family, marriage, friendships, ministry, or even your personal walk with Jesus? The Struggle is Real — and so is Jesus’ power! (Title of...
“To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”Colossians 1:27 When I think about all the work of aloha, planning and participation by our church ‘ohana for our Nepal Craft and Bake Sale this Sunday I’m reminded of...
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him…”Colossians 2:6–7 I would often hear newer, younger Christians say, “I want to give back to the Lord. He’s done so much for me!” If we as pastors and leaders over-emphasize serving, giving, and living...
“Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:21–23 NIV Have you ever felt faithless? Have you been consumed or overwhelmed by hardships you’ve faced? How have...
“We always pray for you, and we give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. For we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all of God’s people …”Colossians 1:3-4 Paul prays with thanksgiving for his spiritual ‘ohana. He acknowledges their mānoa faith in Jesus and mānoa...
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.
