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What Ever Happened to Old Values Wayne Cordeiro

God Moment Arlene Kamoe

A Mother’s Love Danice Smith

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“For I know the plans that I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.”

Jeremiah 29:11

This month’s theme woven through the pages of Life At Its Best is “Finding Our Future.” New Hope is only as vibrant as its ‘ohana, and your participation is key. We can all be a part of what God is doing right here at New Hope and we can work on our future together!

Our cover story features Arlene Kamoe, her husband Gerald and their grandchildren. Gerald and Arlene serve as leaders of New Hope South Shore’s Hospitality Ministry. Arlene also oversees a team that caters to visiting pastors attending the Leadership Practicum, and she is involved in our Community Care Ministry.

Speaking of the future, the Pacific Rim BibleL oCollege v i n g J eiss uon s aits nd You!

Pastor Wayne Cordeiro

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As a young boy growing up in Palolo Valley, I fondly remember May always starting with Lei Day on the first day of May and then Mother’s Day would follow a few weeks later. Soon after this, I knew school would be out of session and that the long days of summer would be filled with memories of fun, friends and family.

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Aloha! The Month of May is brimming with late spring and early summer blessings! My son Aaron and Ui had their first child. Anna and I are especially thrilled because Elliana is our first grandchild born in Hawaii.

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Wayne Cordeiro

Moms

really are special, aren’t they?

They are like gifts that are guardians of My mother, Michie Takasaki, was all of 4 feet 9 1/2 inches tall. She was a second-generation immigrant from Japan. My parents got divorced when I was about five years old, and she raised the four of us in Palolo Valley. As a single mom, she worked as a waitress in the Flamingo Restaurant. Mom always tried to me to do things right, and over the years I’ve found how true that is! These are some of the timeless truths my mom taught me:

truths!

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Photos courtesy of the Cordeiro family. Michie Takasaki, mother of Wayne Cordeiro. Wayne (first child on left) and his siblings.

“Stay on the path!

Don’t take shortcuts!

It causes erosion!”

God is saying, “Live life according to my ordinances!” We see the breech of this replayed in the Old and New Testaments, when people tried to take shortcuts.

Honor those whom God has placed in your life.

“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your father and mother (which is the first commandment with a promise), so that it may be well with you, and that you may live long on the earth” (Eph. 6:1-3).

To honor our parents or those who are elders to you means to try to understand them, factor what they say into your decision-

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Seek to be instructed.

It doesn’t matter how old you are, as soon as you stop learning, you stop living. If I stop learning then there’s no raw material for vibrant life to take place. Then I’m re-hashing the old again and telling everyone what I did back when I was in my heyday. Mom always encouraged me to keep learning. It will keep the growth tip fresh and raw in your life. That’s where life begins to sprout.

“I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you. Do not be as the horse or as the mule which have no understanding, whose trappings include bit and bridle to hold them in check, otherwise they will not come near to you” (Ps. 32:8-9).

God doesn’t want to put a bit and bridle in your mouth in order to pull or get you to move.

God will guide us and instruct us if we are willing to seek to be instructed.

Wisdom will be released when you ask. If you don’t ask though, you can die and starve in a land of plenty. In closing, if we’ll just tap into the gems from our kupuna, just think what a wonderful place this will become. There will be wholeness and fruitfulness and we will be reminded of values that are timeless pearls of wisdom.

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“Do not move the ancient boundary which your fathers have set” (Prov.

22:28).

There are boundaries that God has put into place and a reason they have been set. Other things may come and go, but the Word of our God contains timeless truths. As parents, there is no greater joy than when they see their children beginning to set their compasses, decisions, lives and futures by timeless truths as found in the Word of God! “…To him who orders his way aright I shall show the salvation of God” (Ps. 50:23).

It’s so easy to circumnavigate God’s instructions. I’m reminded of this when I go up to Diamond Head, where at the crest there is a breath-taking view that spans all the way from Koko Head to Waikiki Beach. Along the way, there’s a sign on the pathway that should be hanging in every home and in every church. It says this:

making, and be respectful and cordial to them. God is saying when you do that, it will go well with you.

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The Word of God contains Timeless Truths.

If you’ve been reading along with us in the daily devotions, you will have recently come through a time where David has begun to take back the Ark of the Covenant from the Philistines.

The Levites knew that they were not to carry the Ark except with poles on their shoulders. They began to carry the Ark, which is a big box representing the presence of God, that no layman was to touch or look into.

They put the Ark on a cart drawn by oxen and as they took it from the Philistines, the oxen began to stumble! This caused the cart to tip and a man named Uzzah put his hand out to stop the Ark from falling and God struck him dead! At this point David questioned why this happened: “Because you did not carry it at the first, the Lord our God made an outburst on us, for we did not seek Him according to the ordinance” (1 Chr. 15:13).

God is saying there is a way He wants us to do life. He wants us to know that we can’t compromise or take shortcuts and think that there are no consequences. God’s Word is timeless.

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What Ever Happened to Old Values Lessons from mom Missions “Sri Lanka”

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Summer Health Tip

Having fun in the sun

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Gems Along the Way

The Value of a Mother’s Love

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Rodrigo Rodriguez

Music for the spirit

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Mom’s Love Story

The greatest calling

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Celebrating 10 years

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he earthquake that generated the great Indian

Ocean tsunami of 2004 is estimated to have released the

energy of 23,000 Hiroshima-type atomic bombs, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

Giant forces that had been building up deep in the

Earth for hundreds of years were released suddenly on December 26, unleashing a series of killer waves that sped across the Indian Ocean at the speed of a jet airliner.

By the end of the day more than 150,000 people

were dead or missing and millions more were homeless in 11 countries, making it perhaps the most destructive tsunami in history.

One village that was devastated by the tsunami is

Peraliya, Sri Lanka. More than 2,000 people on an overloaded

train traveling through Peraliya and 1,200 people from the

village were killed. A few weeks after the tsunami, a relief team from New Hope arrived. The team provided medical assistance and emotional support for the survivors in addition to collecting bodies of the victims.

Recently, The Third Wave‌, a documentary chronicling

the work accomplished by the various relief workers, was

released by director/relief worker Alison Thompson. The film

has won awards in the Tribeca Film Festival in New York, the City of Angels Film Festival in Los Angeles, and the Cannes Film Festival in the south of France.

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top left]

(1) Remains of the Queen of the Sea Peraliya. (2) Hundreds of Buddhist

Monks line up in need of assistance.

(3) A tsunami survivor stunned

by the effects of the disaster. (4)

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to rebuild. (5) Left to Right:

Oscar Gubernati (film producer), Alison Thompson (film direc-

Novil Wijesekara (CTEC Director), and Roshan Waduthantri (CTEC

(6) Temporary shelters that have

since become long—term housing.

(7) An abandoned child at nearby

Ruhunu State Receiving Home for

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train that was traveling through

Children. (8)Three children raise the Sri Lankan flag with pride as

their community rebuilds.

While millions of dollars were donated to relief

impending disaster. The officers of CTEC monitor the system

generous contributions of the New Hope `ohana and similar

its monthly expenses from the Happy Hearts Fund, directed

organizations from the generous hearts of people all around

the world, none made its way to Peraliya. Instead, it was the

ministries and organizations that provided immediate assistance and aided in developing the first tsunami warning center in the Indian Ocean – Community Tsunami Earlywarning Center (CTEC).

Since its early days, CTEC has grown to provide a

tsunami preparedness training program for children and

adults in the villages along the south east coast of Sri Lanka.

In addition, the center has been able to establish a speaker system along the coast designed to warn the villagers of an

24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In December 2008, CTEC received a grant to assist with

by super model Petra Nemcova. Petra was on vacation with

her fiancé in a village on the coast of Thailand when the waves

hit. She survived by holding onto a tree as the waves crashed through the village. Her fiancé was never seen again.

Today, CTEC is expanding its reach through the “Adopt

a Speaker” program - by adding additional speakers to the current warning system. Log onto communitytsunamiwarning. com to learn more about CTEC, learn more about The Third Wave, and the “Adopt a Speaker” program.

Journaling

What time frame does this cover?

From 1,000 - 800 years before Jesus Christ’s birth.

Who are the main characters?

David’s life from his ascension to the throne as

The New Testament Book for April

Why are these books important?

These books continue to tell the history of David’s life and his reign as king of Israel. Many of the Psalms are songs that David wrote during his lifetime and were sung in the Temple. Proverbs is a book of wisdom that can be applied in our daily lives.

the second king of Israel through his death.

Solomon David’s son with Bathsheba. He be-

came the third king of Israel.

God asked him what he wanted, and he asked for wisdom to lead the people. He became the wisest man on earth. Under his rule the Temple was built and Israel became extremely wealthy and powerful.

His many wives led him away from following God and this led to Israel being divided after his death.

He wrote the books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes & Songs of Solomon.

Why is this book important?

In Thessalonians 1 & 2 Paul is writing to a young church encouraging them in their faith and explaining about Jesus’ return. In Romans he addresses our hope in Christ and the basis of our faith.

What time frame does this cover?

Around 50 years after Jesus’ death and resurrection.

Who are the main characters?

Paul wrote two letters to believers in Thes-

salonica, and one to those in Rome.

Paul was a Pharisee named Saul who persecuted believers in Christ before he had a revelation of Jesus. He then became known as Paul and took the gospel to many places where Jesus’ name had never been known.

His journeys resulted in the planting of many new churches across the Mediterranean (modern Turkey, Greece, & Italy). Paul’s letters to these churches make up about one fourth of the New Testament.

One of Pastor Wayne’s

Weekly Life Group Questions What stood out to you in David’s life this week?

How did he do as a king? As a father? As a man of God? Can you relate to David? In what way?

1 & 2 Thessalonians Romans

Journal entries for May

This week there are many psalms in our readings. They are what we would call worship songs, or hymns today. Take ten minutes and discuss one of the psalms from this week’s readings. What do you notice about it? Is it similar to the worship songs we now sing? Why or why not?

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What aspect of Jesus’ life or character stood out to you in this week’s reading? How did/does it affect your life?

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2 Samuel 1 & 2 Chronicles 1 Kings Psalms Proverbs

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The Old Testament Books for April

Here are some questions that you can use while doing your daily devotions. Also there is a short description of the main characters that play important roles in these stories. All this will help you go deeper and to understand a little more of the message that God is trying to teach you.

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“They do all their deeds to be noticed by men; for they broaden their phylacteries and lengthen the tassels of their garments. They love the place of honor at banquets and the chief seats in the synagogues and respectful greetings in the marketplaces … But the greatest among you shall be your servant.” Mt. 23:5-11

This very trend visits many of us today, and the current sweeps unwary guests into its undertow. I too, am not immune from its riptide and must take constant caution. They were striving for the wrong finish line, and today all that creates is tired 21st century Pharisees.

If we will focus correctly, we will be renewed like the eagle.

For an eagle doesn’t fight the wind but uses it to rise above the storm. As we learn about the heart of Jesus, He will give us rest.

Rest is the result of doing things right. Stress and burnout are symptoms of doing it wrong.

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Dear Lord, help me to pay attention to the signs You give me, so that I may be ready to make corrections along the way. I don’t want to get caught up in the riptide and drawn in to the undertow.

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The story is told of an Olympic runner, who in a condition of fatigue, though distinctly ahead of everyone, stumbled across the wrong finish line and was disqualified.

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Jesus pulls the covers off the deceptive hearts of the Pharisees.

Their lives were cloaked in prominence and notoriety, however Jesus beckons us to servanthood.

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| Godmoment | 12 FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: British, Jasmyn, Arlene, McKenna, Konner, Kaden, Kaitlin, Alyssa, Hoakalei.

I SERVE AN “ AUDIENCE OF ONE.”

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A colonoscopy was immediately scheduled.

A mass was found in my colon and an immediate biopsy was ordered. The result – cancer! I met with Dr. Betty Yee the next day, and surgery was scheduled.

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Arlene Kamoe Her Mo`opuna PHOTOS BY Laura Aguon

Gerald and my sisters joined me in prayer while I awaited surgery. I remember thanking the Lord for my life of 53 years, for my husband, my four children, my four grandchildren (at the time), my family and all of my friends. In my prayer, I told the Lord that if He wanted me to go, I was ready…. but if He could spare me a few more years so I could see my daughters get married and watch my grandchildren grow…..if He would do that, I would continue to serve Him until He took me home.

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“I remember Friday, August 16, 1996, as if it were yesterday. I was lying on the gurney in the pre-op room with an I. V. in my left hand, ready for my operation. Nine days earlier I had been found by my son in the bathroom of our home suffering excruciating abdominal pains and massive bleeding. I went to work the next day but the pain returned. I knew I had to go to emergency.

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Arlene is a survivor, and her story is one of love, strength and trust in God. Read what she has to say.

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Arlene and Gerald Kamoe are wonderful servants of the Lord. They have been at New Hope since 2003 and presently serve in the hospitality ministry at South Shore. They have four children – Tara, Chelsey, Richard and John, and eleven grandchildren.

Gerald is retired from GTE and Hawaiian Telephone. Arlene is retired from Dole Food Company. Richard, his wife Tammy, and their children; Kaden, Konner and Kaitlin also serve at South Shore. John and his two daughters, Alyssa and Jasmyn, serve there as well.

Well, nearly 13 years later, here I am. I have seen my youngest son and youngest daughter get married. I have 11 grandchildren, and two will be graduating from high school this year. I will soon be 66 years old, and Gerald and I just celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary on March 7, 2009. How blessed our family is!

I will never forget the promise I made to our God nor forget the promise He made to me: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:11-13).

My God has my heart. He is faithful and His promises are good and true. I seek Him every day and I hear Him when He speaks.

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Aro thec health tip

The surgery was performed.

Because two of the 22 lymph nodes that were removed were cancerous, the cancer was diagnosed as Stage 4.

Chemotherapy was tough.

The plan was to have 12 months of therapy, but trusting in God, I stopped after three months.

With

summer arriving soon, residents as well as tourists will begin to flock to the beautiful beaches that surround our island paradise. Summer seems to be synonymous with outdoor activities. Although the sun possesses many beneficial qualities required in order for life to flourish, it can also be harmful.

Proven results of the sun’s invisible UV rays range from the highly prized golden brown tan to skin cancer. This article discusses the importance and proper use of sunscreens in order to avoid the damaging effects of the sun’s UV rays.

There are two types of UV rays, UVA and UVB. UVB rays primarily affect the surface of the skin, causing sunburns. UVA rays tend to go deep into the skin and are associated with premature skin aging. Both UVA and UVB rays are linked to skin cancer.

Therefore, it is important to use sunscreens before going out into the sun.

Each year more than 1 million cases of skin cancer are reported in the United States and 90% of them are linked to sun exposure.

In addition to skin cancer, years of too much sun can cause premature aging of the skin and

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Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw the light that it was good; and God divided the light from the darkness (Genesis 1:3-4 NKJV).

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cataracts. The best way to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun is to limit your exposure especially between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. However, if you have to or just want to be out in the sun between those hours, be sure to wear protective clothing, sunglasses that protect against UVA and UVB rays, and sunscreen (for the lips too). Don’t be fooled by a cloudy day or if you’re in the water, because clouds only block up to 20% of the sun’s UV rays and water doesn’t block any.

Use a sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 or higher and protects against both UVA and UVB. SPF measures the degree of protection a sunscreen gives against UVB. For example, if a person can stay in the sun for 30 minutes before beginning to burn, the person can prolong that time to 300 minutes by using an SPF 10 sunscreen. Look for a Seal of Recognition on the sunscreen product by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). This assures that the manufacturer has submitted extensive formulation and scientific testing data, evidence of broad spectrum protection, water and sweat resistance, and show no signs of photo toxicity. Aveeno Continuous Protection and Aveeno Baby Continuous Protection SPF 55 were the first to receive the Seal of Recognition.

Even if you buy a sunscreen that has the Seal of Recognition, you will not receive its optimal benefit if it is not applied properly. Proper application begins by using one-half teaspoonful (you don’t have to bring a teaspoon with you, it’s okay to estimate) to each of the following areas: face, neck, each arm, shoulder, front torso, back torso, and one teaspoonful on each leg at least 15-30 minutes prior to sun exposure. Reapplication should take place every two hours and after swimming or sweating. Now that we are all knowledgeable of the sun’s harmful rays and how to protect against them, have a great summer and remember; stay healthy spiritually as well as physically!

G E M S A L O N G T H E W A Y

The Value of a Mother’s Love My dear son Aaron, Yesterday you asked Mom what would happen if you died.

“Would you have a funeral and then bury me?”

“Yes,” she replied with obvious concern.

“Will I go to heaven?

“Yes,” she replied.

“How will I know that for sure?”

“Because the Bible says that if you believe in Jesus, ask for forgiveness, and receive Him as Lord, you will be saved.” (You have a smart Mom!)

“What should I tell Jesus right now to let Him know I want to go to heaven?”

At that point you prayed, asked Jesus into your heart, and let Him be Lord of your life. Each of us must make that decision, and I thank God for a sensitive Mom who knows Jesus in such a way that she can accompany you to the throne of the King!

Pray for your mom. She knows Jesus very well, and as she’s walking through life with you, she can tell you lots more about Him. Thanking Jesus for you & Mom! Dad Excerpt taken from Gems Along the Way © 1997 by Wayne Cordeiro

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Rodrigo was born with a deep love and passion for music. Although he has made many CD’s, concerts tours, and performances worldwide since the age of 15, it has only been in the most recent years that he has been able to play with a new-found joy and inspiration that has come from having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Rodrigo came to the Lord through the ministry of Pastor Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel California in Costa Mesa. When he came to California, his music agent was a Christian who invited him to church. Just to keep his agent from bugging him more, Rodrigo said he would go with him. At that Sunday service, he felt the truth of God pierce his heart as he heard Pastor Chuck teach and he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ.

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wanted to take guitar lessons. Rodrigo’s agent was a friend of Mary’s and suggested

she take lessons from Rodrigo. Mary planned to take guitar lessons but went to dinner instead. They’ve been happily married for 16 years.

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Rodrigo is married to his lovely wife Mary. She was a worship leader at Costa Mesa and

Rodrigo has performed

several times at New Hope, and it is a joy to have him back with us May 23 and 24.

How To Listen To na A `OhaSermon Rich Wilbur &

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How many sermons have you listened to in a year? If you are like the average Christian, you will listen to two or more sermons a week for a total of 104 per year. It is not inconceivable to suggest that some Christians listen to between 175-200 sermons a year! That’s a lot of sermons.

I have been a Christian since the age of twelve. At fifty years old, I have listened to a lot of sermons. Over the course of time, I have discovered five tips on how to listen to a sermon:

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First, show up with a sincere desire to discover the will of God. God is forever present, and He is not silent. He wants you to know His will for your life. Sincerely listen with that desire in mind.

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Bring your Bible with you. God’s Word is infallible. Follow the preacher with your Bible closely as he quotes God’s Word. Underline Bible verses or circle key words. If you use your Bible as you listen, you will become proficient in knowing where meaningful passages and stories are located.

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Lay aside the slightest pre-judgement about the speaker. We sometimes think, “What could I possibly learn from him?” If you have this lodged in your heart, you will miss out on a fresh Word from God. God spoke through a donkey in the book of Numbers, and He is able to use anyone.

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Don’t put speakers on a pedestal. Some speakers we dismiss, others we tend to listen to exclusively. “If my favorite speaker is not speaking, I am not going to church.” The speaker is human, but remember, the Word of God is infallible.

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Make specific applications to your life from every point that’s made. Don’t leave a service with a small heart. Walk away determined to practice what you just heard. If you do this, you’ll remember the sermon a lot longer than two days.

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I always knew there was a job out there for me that I would fall in love with, but when and how we would meet was the question. So when those carefree days in high school quickly waned away, I scanned desperately through pages of college brochures looking for the major that would make my heart skip a beat.

I thought that when I found it my life would finally be complete, and I would live out the rest of my days in unadulterated bliss, having all my dreams and desires fulfilled. It just so happened that I found my match in a Music major at a Christian college, and although we spent four committed years together, the happily ever after was not what I had expected.

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Less than two years after taking that walk that placed a coveted and costly piece of paper in my name, I walked down another aisle and made a vow that would forever trump my relationship to my trade. My experience as a new wife would be my first indication of the profession that I would ultimately claim as my own, but at this point it remained foggy in the outer corners of my mind as I continued trying to pursue a direction that aligned most with my degree. It wasn’t long before greater clarity began to grow inside of me and the deciding factor in choosing the career of my dreams was about to come.

On December 7, 2007, she came. She was one-foot-seven inches and seven pounds, a tiny, helpless seed of potential entirely dependent on me for nutrients, understanding, and sheer survival. One day she would have to learn to walk, but who would help her back up when she fell? One day she would have to learn to talk, but who would tell her the right words to say? One day she would have to make a decision between doing the right thing and the wrong thing. Who would teach her to choose to do the right thing? As I cradled her feeble little body against mine day and night those first few weeks of her existence, I knew what the answer to those questions would be. It didn’t matter anymore how many hours I had put into practicing my instrument, how hard I had worked to get where I was, or how much it cost me to earn a title to my name, the most important career of all had captured my heart—Mom.

I have recently celebrated one year in this business, and although the excitement and joy of finding my calling has for the most part persisted, the workload has not always been easy or enjoyable. I admit there were times when I questioned whether laundry, dirty diapers, and children’s storybooks could ever truly produce a fulfilling life. I fantasized about careers where my name might be on a plaque, or in print, or better yet, on a paycheck! I’ve held onto the hope that one day I will get to sleep in, have more free time, and finish the project I started several months ago.

But I’ve come to embrace the truth that sleep, and free time, and projects don’t have nearly the significance or priority they used to—neither do status, or recognition, or title, or money, or fashion, or hobbies, or anything else that once held my affections. I found my one true love—my family! And even though life will inevitably afford me plenty of other opportunities and experiences someday, my family will always be dearest to my heart. It’s a dream come true. I’ve fallen in love with being Mom!

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AMP AMPLIFIED BIBLE

ESV ENGLISH STANDARD VERSION

CEV CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH VERSION

KJV KING J AMES VERSION

NKJV NEW KING JAMES VERSION

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NCV NEW CENTURY VERSION

NLT NEW LIVING TRANSLATION

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For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

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Between word-for-word and thought for thought. While easy to read and widely accepted by evangelical Christians, the goal was to have an accurate translation.

For God so greatly loved and dearly prized the world that He [even] gave up His only begotten (and unique) Son, so that whoever believes in (trusts in, clings to, relies on) Him shall not perish (come to destruction, be lost) but have eternal (everlasting) life.

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Word-for-word A popular translation used to help understand the hidden meaning of many of the Greek and Hebrew words.

This version expands the text with alternative renderings and explanations added in parentheses.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

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Essentially literal, Word-for-word As modern versions go, the ESV is counted by many as one of the best for use in teaching ministry. It is a modern update of the RSV and more literal than the NIV.

God loved the people of this world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who has faith in him will have eternal life and never really die.

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Thought for thought Written in simple language, for the elementary-school level reader, but it is not a paraphrase.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

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Word-for-word Many find it difficult to read as it was produced, in 1611 in old English.

Not only was it superior to all its predecessors, but its excellence was so marked that no further revision was attempted for over 250 years.

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

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Word-for-word The NKJV revisers followed the essentially literal method of translation used in the original King James Version, just updating and modernizing the wording.

This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life.

8.5

Paraphrase Readable and accurate, using the tone of contemporary English to communicate to the modern reader, but not meant to be a study Bible.

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life.

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Word-for-word The NASB continues to be considered one of the most literal versions commonly used in churches today.

God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son so that whoever believes in him may not be lost, but have eternal life.

5.6

Thought for thought A readable and simple translation.

For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.

6.3

Thought for thought Taken from the original languages, translating entire thoughts into natural everyday English.

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2 med. size avocados 2 med. mangoes or papayas ¼ cup lime juice, adding more for your consistency or taste ½ tsp. garlic salt ½ tsp. onion powder ¼ minced onion ¼ minced cilantro

Slice the avocados up into small pieces, mix with lime juice, adding garlic and onion powder to taste, and mix well. Add the minced onion and cilantro.

Optional: add chili powder or Tabasco sauce to taste for hotness.

Cut mango or papaya into small pieces and add last into mixture!

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“EQUIPPING SERVANT LEADERS OF EXCELLENCE & DEVOTION WHO CHANGE

It’s hard to believe Pacific Rim Bible College started as the School of Church Planters in an old office in Kaimuki.

Now 10 years later, we have outgrown those walls and are blessed to share a space at Sand Island with New Hope Oahu. Our staff has grown, our faculty has grown, and our student body has definitely grown, with more than 50 students who have graduated with a Certificate, Associate of Arts, or Bachelor of Arts. Over the last 10 years, approximately 900 students have passed through

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Rim Bible College is not just for students that reside in Hawaii but

is effective in reaching students far and wide across the Pacific Ocean. Our current student body consists of students from China, Japan, Malaysia, Argentina and Denmark, and prospective students for the Fall 2009 semester will include those from Brazil, Pakistan and Norway. Our students have come from 20 different countries and from 94 different churches and denominations. We even have an additional 80 students from around the world taking on-line courses for their continuing education!

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our former students, Talo Sataraka, is now the Senior Pastor of New

Hope Tokyo and has planted 5 daughter churches, Pac Rim Bible School-Tokyo, and a preschool in Japan. “Pacific Rim Bible College has given me the tools to my leadership skills and taught me creative ways to reach people in a cross cultural setting,” says Pastor Talo.

Bachelor of Arts in Theology. Pat comments, “After graduating from Pacific Rim Bible College, I plan to keep serving Jesus as an intern with Thrive High School Ministry at New Hope Oahu. Eventually, I hope to become a pastor at New Hope.”

Besides celebrating our 10th anniversary, we are excited to announce that the

Bible College was awarded candidate status from the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) in February. Candidate status is a pre-accreditation status granted to those institutions that meet the ABHE Conditions of Eligibility and that possess such qualities as may provide a basis for achieving accreditation status within four years. Candidate status also means that PRBC can immediately apply for Title IV eligibility, allowing students access to federal and state financial aid and loans. There are a number of other financial benefits, including eligibility for Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarships and Military Tuition Assistance.

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plant churches in one of the most challenging mission fields. It helped me develop

Currently there are over 5,000 people in the Hawaii prison system, and more than 1,600 are confined in mainland prisons.

For every person that is incarcerated, there are family members in need of healing, counseling and support. The mission of New Hope’s Prison Ministry is to extend Jesus’ love not only to those incarcerated, but also to the children who have a parent in prison. We are involved with the Mentoring Children of Prisoners Program, funded in part by Keiki O Ka Aina Family Learning Centers of Hawaii. In addition to mentoring, each summer we host Camp Agape, organized by Pastor Roy Yamamoto of our Prison Ministry, and the Angel Tree gift program.

Throughout the year, together with the power of Jesus Christ, New Hope reaches out to thousands of families. One such family, the Jenks `Ohana, has been positively affected by the Mentoring Program, Camp Agape and Angel Tree. Michelle Jenks and her eight children (ranging in age from 2 years to 17 years) live in Makaha. Her husband is serving time in prison. “What New Hope gave to my family has been a BIG blessing!”

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Looking back to 2006 when Michelle’s husband was sent to prison, Michelle recalls softly, “It was devastating to my kids when dad went away. The Mentoring Program, through God’s love at Camp Agape, broke the walls down, and since then, all my kids are doing much better.”

This past Christmas, Pastor Roy Yamamoto, Judge Mike Town and several leaders drove to Makaha to deliver gifts to the Jenk’s home. “It blew me away that they would drive all the way out here to deliver gifts to my kids.” Today, Michelle and her children have a lasting relationship with her extended New Hope ‘Ohana.

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Taking A Turn for the Better...

theartofserving

As a volunteer for New Hope, the joy of serving is an exhilarating journey.

I took several classes at New Hope’s Hearts in Motion to learn how to dance, and two years later I auditioned for the Hip-hop Core Team.

Since then, I’ve learned what it means to serve with a joyful heart and understand that I can be a tool for Him to work through. Seeing all the volunteers at church doing what they can to lead people to Christ is an amazing sight, and knowing that we are all serving with a purpose to show God’s love to others makes it worth the extra mile.

Serving is one of the main ways to help the body of Christ, but learning more about Him and His Word is just as necessary. I participate in Bible studies to learn a lot about myself and about the One whom I serve. As a young leader, learning about and getting to know Christ are key elements in becoming a better example to others whether on or off the stage.

Knowing that God sees my efforts and my heart as I dance is all I need. Furthering the kingdom of God is our ultimate goal, and I do that by volunteering and serving the Lord through what I do best.

byQuincy Woo age15

Through-TheBible Reading Plan

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14-15; Ps. 132; Mt. 18 •• 11 Chr. Chr. 16; Ps. 106; Mt. 19 7; 1 Chr. 17; Ps. 2; Mt. 20 • 22 Sam. Sam. Chr. 18-19; Mt. 21 • 2 Sam. 108-9;; 11Chr. 20; Ps. 20; Mt. 22 • 2 Sam. 11-12; Ps. 51; • 2 Sam. 13-14; Mt. 24 Mt. 23 • 2 Sam. 15-16; Ps. 32; Mt. 25 • 2 Sam. 17; Ps. 71; Mt. 26 • 18; Ps. 56; Mt. 27 • 22 Sam. 19-20; Ps. 55; Mt. 28 • 2 Sam. Sam. 21-23; 1 Th. 1 • 2 Sam. 24; 21; Ps. 30; 1 Th. 2 • 1 Chr. 22-24;1 Chr. 1 Th. • 1 Chr. 25-27; 1 Th. 34 • 1 Ki. 1; 1 Chr. 28; Ps. 91; 1 Th. 5 • 1 Ki. 2; 1 Chr. 29; Ps. 95; 2 Th. 1 • 1 Ki. 3; 2 Chr. 1; Ps. 78; 2 Th. 2 • 1 Ki. 4-5; 2 Chr. 2; Ps. 101; 2 Th. 3 • 1 Ki. 6; 2 Chr. 3; Ps. 97; Rom. 1 • 1 Ki. 7; 2 Chr. 4; Ps. 98; Rom. 2 • 1 Ki. 8; 2 Chr. 5; Ps. 99; Rom. 3 • 2 Chr. 6-7; Ps. 135; Rom. 4 • 1 Ki. 9; 2 Chr. 8; Ps. 136; Rom. 5 • 1 Ki. 10-11; 2 Chr. 9; Rom. 6 • Prov. 1-3; Rom. 7 • Prov. 4-6; Rom. 8 • Prov. 7-9; Rom. 9 • Prov. 10-12; Rom. 10 • Prov. 13-15; Rom. 11 • Prov. 16-18; Rom. 12 •

GDGS 9-10AM @ Farrington H.S. Gusest Speaker Craig Groeshel

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Women’s Spring Brunc

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Mothers Day Baby Dedication

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PRBC Graduation 7 PM @ Lead Center

Family Bible & Journal Fair

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Guest Artist Rodrigo Rodriguez @ Farrington

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Memorial Day

Women in the Word, 6:30 pm till 6/30 (6-wk @ Lead Center

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May Day

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IT Conference

Feading the Homeless @ Kalaeloa

Prayer & Healing 7 PM @ Lead Center

Gusest Speaker Craig Groeshel

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9AM-11AM Rec Paddling @ Sand Island (Maritime Training Center)

Mid Week Service Pastor Dom Kaaihue

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DESIGN 8AM-1PM @ Lead Center

Baby Dedication

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16 Family Bible & Journal Fair

Hearts in Motion Hoike 7 PM @ Farrington

Mid Week Service Pastor Elwin Ahu

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Mid Week Service Pastor Rod Shimabukuro

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Guest Artist Rodrigo Rodriguez @ Farrington

Mid Week Service Worship & Healing

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Feading the Homeless @ Kakaako

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weekends Honolulu

Saturday: 5pm • 7pm Sunday: 7am • 9am • 11am Honolulu.enewhope.org

Internet

Saturday: 5pm • 7pm Sunday: 7am • 9am • 11am Internet.enewhope.org

Manoa

Sunday: 9am • 11am Manoa.enewhope.org

Sand Island

Sunday: 9am • 11am Sandisland.enewhope.org

South Shore

Sunday: 10am Southshore.enewhope.org

West Oahu

Sunday: 10:30am Westoahu.enewhope.org

wednesdays Midweek Service

Wednesday: 7pm at the LEAD Center www.enewhope.org

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Hawaii Kai

Sunday: 8am • 10am Hawaiikai.enewhope.org