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In Part 5 of our summer series,  No Other Gospel , we continue our verse by verse journey through Galatians as we study Galatians 3:1–14. Paul reminds the Galatian believers not to lose sight of the gospel that saved them. Salvation has never been earned through good works or keeping the law. It has always been received by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. While good works are an important part...

In Part 4 of our No Other Gospel series, Tim Abe walks through Galatians 2:11–21, where Paul confronts Peter for compromising the truth of the gospel. This message reminds us that we are not made right with God by our works, traditions, or performance, but by faith in Jesus Christ alone. Discover what it means to live in the freedom of God's grace and why we should never call unclean what God...

In Part 3 of our verse-by-verse study through Galatians, Afe Filemoni unpacks the importance of protecting the true Gospel, standing firm against compromise, embracing God's unique calling on our lives, and living with the unity and courage that the Gospel produces. Join us as we discover that while our callings may differ, the message remains the same: salvation is found in Jesus Christ alone...

In Part 2 of our series through Galatians, we discover that the gospel is not a message invented by people but a revelation from God. Through Paul's dramatic testimony, we see the transforming power of God's grace and how the gospel can completely change a life. Join us as we walk verse by verse through Galatians 1:11–24 and learn why the gospel is revealed, not invented, and why our confi...

In the first message of our new series through Galatians, we explore Paul's powerful warning against false gospels and discover why the true gospel of Jesus Christ can never be changed. Join us as we walk verse by verse through Galatians 1:1–10 and learn what it means to proclaim the gospel clearly, protect it carefully, and pass it on faithfully. 📖 Scripture: Galatians 1:1–10 Key Takeaways:...

What if God's favor doesn't always feel comfortable? In this message, Pastor Evan shares how God's favor often leads us into unfamiliar and challenging places before His purpose is fulfilled. Looking at the story of Mary in Luke 1, we learn that fear will always try to fight what God is speaking, but surrender is what unlocks His plan for our lives. Be encouraged to trust God's pro...

God didn’t place you where you are by accident. In this message, “Positioned on Purpose,” we look at the story of Esther and discover how God uses ordinary people for extraordinary assignments. Even when fear, pressure, and uncertainty try to hold you back, faith requires courage before results ever appear. This message will encourage you to stop shrinking back, trust God’s positioning, and fight...

What do you do when life falls apart and God feels silent? In this powerful message, “Faith Forward,” we dive into the story of Ruth and Naomi and discover how one decision of faith changed everything. Ruth chose God over comfort, moved forward without having all the answers, and watched God redeem heartbreak into purpose. If you’re walking through uncertainty, grief, transition, or waiting on God...

Pastor Shinobu unpacks the story of Naaman and the young servant girl in 2 Kings 5, showing how faith, humility, and obedience can open the door to healing and transformation. Even in difficult circumstances, this young girl chose compassion over bitterness and became part of God’s miracle story. This message will encourage you to trust that God’s grace is bigger than your struggles and that heali...

Pastor Evan shares from 1 Kings 18–19 , where Elijah moves from a powerful public victory to a deep personal low. Instead of rebuking him, God restores him with rest and care, showing that true faith isn’t living on edge but learning to trust God and hear His voice even in the quiet.

What do you do when your faith is being tested in real time? In this episode, Pastor Evan dives into what it actually looks like to trust God when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, and out of your control. This isn’t about surface level encouragement. It’s about walking through pressure, doubt, and hard seasons without losing your faith. If you’ve been feeling stretched, discouraged, or close to...

Afe Filemoni from Arise Church shares a powerful message on David and Goliath, reminding us to identify the giants in our lives, refuse to fight battles using someone else’s identity or approval, and stand firm in confidence by remembering what God has already done. Through David’s faith, we see that victory doesn’t come from strength or fearlessness, but from trusting God fully, knowing that the...

Ever felt like God didn’t come through the way you thought He would? In this episode, we dive into Luke 24 and the story of two followers walking away from Jerusalem, carrying disappointment, confusion, and lost hope. But everything changes when Jesus meets them on the road. “Burning Hearts” unpacks how Jesus shows up in our lowest moments, reveals truth through Scripture, and reignites a faith th...

Rahab’s story shows us what faith looks like in action. By trusting God, she protected her family, welcomed the spies, and aligned herself with His people, even when the outcome was uncertain (Hebrews 11:30–31, Joshua 2:8–21). Faith believes before it sees, doesn’t always look like we expect, identifies with God’s people, and acts on what it believes. As Romans 1:16–17 reminds us, the Good News is...

What do you do when everyone around you is full of fear, doubt, and negativity? In this episode, Pastor Evan breaks down what it means to have unshakable faith like Joshua and Caleb—faith that sees past giants, stands firm against popular opinion, and refuses to let go of God’s promises. While others gave in to fear, they trusted in who God is, not just what they saw. This message will push you to...

In “Faith Like Moses,” based on Exodus 33 and Hebrews 11, we see a life marked by bold, unwavering faith—Moses chose God over comfort, trusted Him through the unknown, and ultimately desired His presence above all else; his story centers on three powerful prayers: “Teach me Your ways,” “Go with us,” and “Show me Your glory,” reminding us that true faith isn’t about what God gives, but about knowin...

Guest speaker Tim Abe shared a powerful message on faith through the story of Moses and the courage of his mother. In a moment when fear surrounded her, she chose to trust God and step out in bold faith, placing her son into God’s hands. This message reminds us that real faith often looks like surrender, obedience, and trusting God even when the outcome is uncertain. Be encouraged that the steps o...

Many of us find ourselves living in what I call the in between, the space between God’s promise and its fulfillment where faith grows as we trust Him beyond what we can see.  Recorded live at Arise Church in Hilo, Hawaii.

You cannot step into God’s promises while living in fear of tomorrow. In this sermon, learn how faith unlocks your future, why obedience matters before clarity, and how to move forward with confidence in God’s plan. Recorded live at Arise Church in Hilo, Hawaii.

Marriage is not sustained by feelings alone. It is sustained by faith. In this sermon, Pastor Evan teaches how to put God at the center of your relationship, navigate challenges with grace, and strengthen your covenant through obedience and trust. Recorded live at Arise Church in Hilo, Hawaii.

Watch this message as we dive into Abraham’s defining moment of faith in Genesis 22 and discover what it really means to trust God beyond the promise, surrender what matters most, and believe that He will provide exactly what you need right on time. GET PLUGGED IN AT ARISE CHURCH: At Arise Church, we believe in biblical truth, authentic relationships, and serving others.