New Hope Kapolei Messages

New Hope Kapolei Messages

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21 Days of Prayer | Day 3 - August 6, 2025

In this episode of New Hope Kapolei, Pastor Mitch Okamura leads Day 3 of 21 Days of Prayer, focusing on the theme “strength in weakness.” Through personal stories—including a transformative youth camp experience and a recent battle with illness—he illustrates how God’s power is revealed in our struggles. Listeners are encouraged to seek real encounters with Jesus, embrace vulnerability, and use their weaknesses to glorify God. The episode features worship with the song “Gratitude” and concludes with reflection questions and a prayer, reminding everyone that God’s grace and strength are made perfect in our hardest moments. 08/06/2025

21 Days of Prayer | Day 4 - August 7, 2025

In this episode of New Hope Kapolei, guest speaker Teri leads an encouraging message based on the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13. She explores how God calls us into new seasons—whether it’s a new job, parenthood, or caregiving—reminding us that we are chosen and equipped to share God’s Word despite doubts or challenges. Through prayer and personal stories, she emphasizes perseverance, joy, and community support while navigating life’s transitions. The episode closes with heartfelt prayers for individual needs, inviting listeners to trust God’s purpose in every season. 08/07/2025

21 Days of Prayer | Day 2 - August 5, 2025

In this episode of New Hope Kapolei, Pastor Jeff Pagay reflects on the power of prayer by exploring the contrasts between the Garden of Eden and the Garden of Gethsemane. He discusses the importance of seeking God’s guidance, resisting temptation, and choosing obedience even when it’s tough. Pastor Jeff shares personal stories and practical advice for a vibrant prayer life, encourages the church to pray for healing and reconciliation, and closes with a heartfelt corporate prayer. This message is part of the church’s 21 days of prayer, inviting everyone to go deeper with God. 08/05/2025

21 Days of Prayer | Day 1 - August 4, 2025

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi kicks off New Hope Kapolei’s 21 Days of Prayer, encouraging listeners to press back into God after a relaxed summer. He explains the purpose and format of the 21 days, emphasizing humble prayer, worship, and faith-stirring messages. Pastor Glenn draws on scripture to encourage perseverance in prayer, highlights spiritual opposition, and urges listeners to pray boldly for breakthrough, healing, and transformation. The episode closes with corporate prayers for personal needs and the local community, setting an expectant tone for a season of renewed connection with God and each other. 08/04/2025

Living Rightly in a Hostile World

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi kicks off a new series on 2 Thessalonians, exploring how to live rightly in a hostile and uncertain world. He encourages listeners to seek comfort without complacency, reflect on God’s past faithfulness, and stand firm in faith during hardships. Using real-life stories from Myanmar and Scripture, Pastor Glenn discusses topics like gratitude, purpose, judgment, and God’s justice, culminating in a meaningful time of communion and a call to trust Jesus fully in both challenging and ordinary seasons of life. 08/02/2025

Readying For the Return of Christ

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi concludes the series on First Thessalonians by exploring chapter five. He discusses the importance of being spiritually prepared for Christ’s return, likening it to being ready for life’s unexpected challenges. Pastor Glenn highlights the “day of the Lord” as both a day of judgment and deliverance, encouraging listeners to anchor their confidence in Jesus. He emphasizes the need for living out faith in community, creating a culture of honor, encouragement, and gratitude, and supporting one another to “finish well” together. The episode closes with an invitation to trust Jesus and build one another up in faith. 07/26/2025

Living with Purpose and Hope

In this message, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi continues New Hope Kapolei’s series in First Thessalonians, focusing on practical ways to live with purpose and hope during challenging times. He emphasizes dedicating our lives to please God, cultivating purity, building bonds of love, and living responsibly. Pastor Glenn encourages listeners to be intentional about spiritual growth, strengthen relationships, and look forward with hope to being reunited with loved ones in Christ. The episode closes with a reminder that pursuing holiness and love is not about earning God’s favor, but a response to the love and grace we’ve already received. 07/19/2025

Standing Firm Under Pressure

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi returns from vacation to share insights from 1 Thessalonians 3 about standing firm under pressure. Drawing parallels from his travels and current world events, he encourages listeners to expect challenges, lean into God’s Word, stay connected with community, and let perseverance grow through “growing pains.” Pastor Glenn emphasizes the importance of spiritual roots, fellowship, and allowing God’s love to overflow in our lives, reminding us that faith is both personal and communal, and that God is with us through every season. 07/12/2025

How to Live While We Wait

In this episode, Pastor Terence Paraso reflects on navigating trials and the importance of faith, especially as summer reaches its midpoint. Drawing from personal experiences and scripture, he encourages listeners to remain steadfast, reminding us of Jesus’ promised return, God’s sovereignty, and the support found in church community. Pastor Terence emphasizes growth through testing, the value of genuine relationships, and learning from biblical figures who faced challenges. He highlights the need for honesty, humility, perseverance, and mutual encouragement as we journey together in faith, concluding with a prayer for strength and trust in God's ongoing work in our lives. 07/05/2025

A Look at 1 Thessalonians

In this episode, Pastor Jeff Pagay celebrates America's freedoms and introduces a new sermon series on First Thessalonians, focusing on its timely messages about the end times, the Second Coming of Christ, and living a life of faith, love, and hope. He explores the historical context of Paul’s letter, the encouragement it provides believers, and practical ways to apply its teachings today. Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of community, prayer, and serving while waiting for Christ’s return, ending with an invitation for listeners to start or renew their journey with Jesus. 06/28/2025
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