The Good Life With Dr Danny

www.pearlside.org/location/nanakuli

How does God move powerfully in the lives of a church planting couple to build a ministry on the West Side of Oahu, beginning in a garage, while experiencing the pain of two miscarriages, one that nearly took the mother’s life? This is the story of Moku and Sierra Kukonu.

Pastor Moku and Sierra Kukonu lead Pearlside Church in Nanakuli. They are the parents of four children.

Romans 15:13 “May the ...

"All from Above" Matti Stevenson www.mattimediagroup.com   What happened when a car crossed two medians at over 100 miles per hour and hit Matti Stevenson head on? What happened to her when responders used the Jaws of Life to pry her body from the mangled metal? Broken bones, wires everywhere, breathing tube, feeding tube, the doctor said, “She broke almost every part of her body.” Forty-five broken bones including her spine requ...

"Envision with God" Dr. Francis Oda www.g70.design   How does a boy who grew up gazing at night at the only clean square foot on his otherwise dilapidated ceiling? What did he see that led to becoming a world-renowned architect? How does his life reflect a daily practice he calls “Envisioning with God”? This is the story of Dr. Francis Oda. Seeing the creative splendor of the Lord, Francis resonates with the prophet Joel (2:28) o...

How does God raise up a man to lead one of Hawaii’s iconic real estate development companies? This is the story of Quentin Machida – a story of process, timing, and the powerful ministry of a local church.

 

Quentin Machida is the President & Chief Executive Officer of Gentry Homes, Ltd. He joined the Gentry team in 1990 as an Accounting Analyst then moved to Financial Analyst, Purchasing Manager and Estimator, Assistant Vice ...

Donovan Sabog Why did God lead a boy on a journey from West Oahu to Punahou School, to Yale University for degrees with distinction in Economics and History, corporate management in New York City, before returning to Hawaii to be a pastor? This is the story of Donovan Sabog.   Pastor Donovan Sabog is a purpose-driven pastor, impactful worship leader, and resourceful creative. He joined New Hope Oahu's full-time staff in 2020 and ...

First L.A.P.

Matthew Taufete’e 

www.firstlap.org

 

How important is the power of forgiveness? What does it mean to be a peacemaker? In what ways do men face challenges after being incarcerated? God has touched the life of a man named Matthew Taufete’e, along with his team, who lead a ministry to answer those questions in practical ways.

 

Matthew Taufete’e is the Executive Director of The First L.A.P., that is Life After Prison. Wh...

Manslaughter to Man of God

Matthew Taufete’e

www.firstlap.org

 

How does Jesus show love to a person who was sentenced to prison for manslaughter and transform him into a man of God? This is the story of Matthew Taufete’e, one of abuse by a father, searching for acceptance in gangs, theft, killing, complete brokenness, repentance, forgiveness, and wholeness.

 

Matthew Taufete’e is the Executive Director of The First L.A.P., that is...

One of today’s fiercest and most enjoyable debates involves which athletes are the GOATs—the greatest of all time—in various sports. In recent years, the debate over GOATs has intensified as hundreds of bloggers, podcasters, websites, and radio and television talk shows have discussed this issue and numerous polls of sportswriters and fans have been conducted. Comparing athletes from different eras is especially difficult because ...

Sexual abuse is a painful subject. Some victims suffer in silence and go to their grave having never shared their secret with anyone. Others may take years before revealing their history to a confidante or their spouse but are reluctant to disclose details or seek professional help. They might mask their wounds with smiles and people-pleasing, but the pain remains buried in the soul. Shelley’s Story, a debut novel, encourages vict...

Faith Collaborative Hawaii

Carol Hayashida

www.faithcollaborativehi.org

 

Why would a woman with a background in healthcare sales and working with community non-profits choose to collaborate with churches to meet people’s needs? This is the story of Carol Hayashida.  

Carol Hayashida is the Sr. Customer Success Manager for Unite Us, a platform that connects healthcare organizations and providers with community-based organizations a...

God’s Power for Maurer

Suzanne Maurer

 

How does a vibrant woman of faith, who continues to touch lives with the love of Jesus, navigate an unexpected change in life, one that would sideline most people? This is the story of Suzanne Maurer.

 

Suzanne Maurer served as the co-host of The Good Life Hawaii radio/podcast, her voice heard nationwide. A Bible study leader and women’s retreat speaker, she was the Christian Education teache...

What Day Are You?

Steve Sombrero and Scott Hogle

www.amazon.com What Day Are You?

 

Why would a successful international businessman and consultant to many Fortune 500 companies and Asia based conglomerates, choose to write a children’s book? This is the story of Steve Sombrero. He is joined by bestselling author Scott Hogle.    

Steve Sombrero is the author with Candice Sombrero Ishikawa of, What Day Are You? A Simple Equation for...

When Life Crumbles: Finding Hope in Tough Times

Curtis and Deann Lewis

www.prayfornatalie.com

 

How would you respond if a medical professional told you that the child you once knew will no longer be the same due to a routine procedure that went wrong? Where would you find strength to make it through? What might God do in such a moment? This is the story of Curtis and Deann Lewis and their daughter Natalie.   Curtis and Deann Lew...

“A Heart for Lahaina: Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice”  David Yamashiro, Jr. www.ululanishawaiianshaveice.com

David & Ululani Yamashiro started their Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice journey in Lahaina, Maui in December 2008. Their Lahaina shops have been the foundation of success. Most of their west-side staff were born and raised in Lahaina and have given many good years of their lives. From the first shave ice… till the last, serve...

Facts on a 15-Week Fetus

Dr. Katrina Furth

www.lozierinstitute.org

 

What may happen as people come to understand more about embryonic and fetal development? Will they be more likely to support life-affirming policies? Are there facts about a fifteen-week-old fetus that may surprise you? Dr. Katrina Furth, an associate scholar at Lozier Institute shares her research findings.

 

Katrina Furth, Ph.D. earned her doct...

The Real Messiah

Dr. Jerry Newcombe

www.jerrynewcombe.com

 

Is the Bible just a book written by men? How is one to understand that the Bible is full of God’s promises that are as relevant today as when Jesus walked on earth more than 2,000 years ago? In the book The Real Messiah: Prophecies Fulfilled by Dr. D James Kennedy and Dr. Jerry Newcombe, we are guided through dozens of Old Testament Messianic Prophesies that demonstrate ...

Sovereign’s Capital

Jake Thomsen

www.sovereignscapital.com

 

What is faith driven investing? What are standards of excellence for a faith driven investor? Are capital markets able to advance the gospel around the world? How does God raise up a leader with global experiences for a key role of faith driven investing? This is the story of Jake Thomsen, a man with an eternal mindset in the world of investing.  

Jake Thomsen is a Partne...

Sweet Tea Social Marketing

Heather Heuman

www.sweetteasocialmarketing.com

 

What is a digital missionary? Heather Heuman became a Christian when she was a freshman in high school. Today, she finds the online space a wonderful place for her to be a digital missionary.  Heather is a social media speaker, strategist and trainer specializing in helping Christian business owners and entrepreneurs discover how to grow in today’s noi...

New Hampshire Fisher Cats

Rick Brenner

www.milb.com/new-hampshire

 

What does it feel like to go from being an intern to an owner of a professional team? How powerful are the words, “You gonna to walk today”? How does a professional baseball team in New Hampshire help save lives of America’s service men and women? This is the story of Rick Brenner, whose life is an inspirational message. God created him with gifts of vision, a...