In this episode of New Hope Kapolei, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi discusses facing life’s challenges through "even if" faith, drawing from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Emphasizing the importance of trusting God regardless of outcomes, he highlights filling one's mind with God's promises over negative influences and incorporating daily habits of scripture and prayer. He explores the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and God's ever-present guidance. Pastor Glenn encourages shifting focus from fear to faith and invites listeners to align with God's will, offering prayers for divine guidance and welcoming those who decide to accept Jesus. 10/26/2024

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi emphasizes the vital role of Christian political involvement to promote justice and human flourishing. He discusses evaluating leaders by actions, not words, and critiques current presidential candidates. Pastor Glenn highlights the importance of voting from a God-honoring perspective, addressing Christian voter apathy. He underscores government's role in providing justice and security and argues against expanding its duties beyond God's design. He encourages Christians to be active “fruit inspectors,” vote wisely, and influence moral legislation to foster environments where the Kingdom of God can thrive. 10/19/2024

In this episode, Pastor Glenn Yamaguchi delves into atonement, juxtaposing Old Testament animal sacrifices with Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice in the New Testament. He emphasizes personal and communal repentance as paths to spiritual renewal and societal transformation. Drawing from Acts 3:19 and 2 Chronicles 7:14, he calls for collective prayer and humility to combat societal issues. Pastor Glenn highlights the importance of inviting Jesus into all aspects of life for genuine change, reflecting on a recent local tragedy and the significance of a statewide prayer initiative coinciding with Yom Kippur. 10/12/2024