Pastor Al's Blog

2010-01-25T06:49:00.001-08:00

tears begin to well up in my eyes when i think of how good my students did this morning in service.

2010-01-24T13:54:00.001-08:00

cant wait to go home and see my family, friends, my island. will deffinetly n checking out wolcc Hawaii and emerge hawaii. cant wait

2010-01-24T12:21:00.001-08:00

my students blessed me with their worship today and then raised money to send me back home to Hawaii for vacation honeymoon in March. aloha

2010-01-23T13:53:00.001-08:00

picnic was fun. played basketball like a teenager and now i feel like a 95 year old women. need a shower and hearing pad. c u 2marrow.

2010-01-23T07:24:00.001-08:00

the glory of God revealed itself last night if u missed it u still have Sunday. today is the picnic at 18th street park. c u there.... Aloha

2010-01-21T07:10:00.001-08:00

If you want to reach your potential, you need to add a strong work ethic to your talent. - John Maxwell

2010-01-20T13:48:00.001-08:00

a wise man will make more opportunities than he funds. - Francis Bacon

2010-01-18T09:43:00.001-08:00

God really showed up yesterday. We got captured by Christ and the vision. Our work is not in the future its NOW!

2010-01-13T20:57:00.001-08:00

A dream never dies. it may get shaken, brought down, and broken. a dream is in the building of the dream even if it means u have to rebuild. To anyone that has a dream and those in Haiti build!

2010-01-09T19:08:00.001-08:00

Let's go Cowboys.

2010-01-08T17:49:00.001-08:00

In the first service of RIZE listening to one of my mentees tear it up. God is going to RIZE in MMX in this ministry.

2010-01-03T21:17:00.001-08:00

Man I can smell world missions in the air for MMX

2009-12-31T21:17:00.001-08:00

Happy new year of LOVE. Let's do MMX big...

2009-12-31T16:01:00.001-08:00

I love my wife and daughter. They are my prize this year. What's yours?

2009-12-30T06:12:00.001-08:00

Today is our last field trip of the year and we are gong to zap attack laser tag. Its going to be a long day.

2009-12-22T06:47:00.001-08:00

grandma has my daughter for 2 whole days so I'm sad... I'm going to miss my midget.

2009-12-15T19:20:00.001-08:00

Come on Lakers bring it home....

2009-12-10T19:00:00.001-08:00

Just got a new laptop and have spent all week getting all my programs on it so I haven't been online much but now I'm back....

2009-12-06T22:17:00.001-08:00

Julias first b day party was so great like her... Today was powerful the word was awsome listen for urself www.cfmemerge.com and down load it free it will b up tomorrow series is the big bad birthday bash.

2009-12-03T09:11:00.001-08:00

Sad, my baby girl can no longer be to in months, she is now officialy a 1 year old... :(

2009-11-21T09:17:00.001-08:00

Just finished surfing wow I need to go home to hi and practice.

2009-11-20T18:45:00.001-08:00

The gathering thanksgiving dinner we had today with all the eso families went beyond great. We eat we laughed and we loved. for that I am forever thankful.

2009-11-18T06:42:00.001-08:00

Great news family! The wife not only passed but aced her citizinship test! Thanks for all the prayers, she is my hero right now (other then Christ of course)

2009-11-18T04:14:00.001-08:00

At the us immigration office with my wife waiting for her to take her citizenship test. She has been studying so hard so pray with me for her success.

2009-11-13T16:39:00.001-08:00

christians in action club meeting went good. Thanks for ur prayers.

2009-11-13T12:07:00.001-08:00

At terrace middle getting ready to speak at a Christian club meeting God is good.

2009-11-13T11:01:00.001-08:00

Time is never against you when your doing right but always against you when your in the wrong. So get right or your times up!

2009-11-11T05:20:00.001-08:00

To build a house a foundation must be set. When its set it is done so in a way that is best for the over all construction. Its order! without this order its unlivable and will not withstand the eliments. So to we need order in every area of life and with everything we do.If not we will not last nor see our visions come to pass.

2009-11-09T05:59:00.001-08:00

The lfm shoot was fun. Working out now almost done. On the bike now. Did a mile on the tred mill and a sholder work out.

2009-11-08T15:04:00.001-08:00

At the La Famila video shoot if helping out pray it goes well.

2009-11-08T12:47:00.001-08:00

What a powerful and anointed service we had. Gods spirit broke out in a way like never before. Thank u God for visiting us.

2009-11-08T04:51:00.001-08:00

going home from the gym. Been praying about this mornings service and I'm expecting a great move of God.

2009-11-07T18:23:00.001-08:00

I have the worlds most powerful and anointed leadership team that supports the vision God hasgiven me. They mean the world to me.

2009-11-06T18:53:00.001-08:00

Just had dinner with my bro and sis at Jo to's japaneese stake house. Mmmm that was good.

2009-11-05T05:40:00.001-08:00

This working out stuff is harder then I thought in in pain but its good pain. Looking at candy and not eating it is harder!

2009-11-02T12:35:00.003-08:00

Thats why our God is good!

2009-11-02T12:35:00.001-08:00

Great news. The Dr.'s 2 weeks ago said i would lose my hearing in 4 years due to a bone growth. Today they cant find evidance of any bone growth!

2009-10-31T13:36:00.001-07:00

Last day of angels and demons tomorrow r u ready?

2009-10-30T21:41:00.001-07:00

The ESO staff us the greatest. Great job guys. Everyone comment back. To show them some love.

2009-10-30T21:30:00.001-07:00

53 saved tonight God smiled on us today.

2009-10-30T13:16:00.001-07:00

Holla back starts in 2 hours. The anticipation is great and the harvest will be plentiful.

2009-10-29T15:04:00.001-07:00

hours away from HOLLA BACK! time for a fresh fade, food, and relaxation.

The "F" Word

2009-10-29T11:16:00.000-07:00

The graphic itself may seem interesting , especially in a “spiritual” setting like a church magazine.
However, this is the very way the world feels when you say “I’m a Christian”. It’s a state of uncomfortable shock to them just as it would be if what you think this “F” word is. The graphic is to play on the word “FAITH”: having faith, sharing our faith and/ or living by faith has become a taboo conversation piece, especially for students.

The human mind rejects what it does not understand or have taken the time to learn. This is why as Christians we reject the opportunities to walk by faith and not by sight. In the moments when we have the best opportunities to not share with our mouths but share with our actions the gospel of Jesus Christ, we blow it. We are afraid to walk by the faith God has given us and believe in this unseen God. We don't know why we believe what we believe, so we don't know how to do it and don't. This creates environments for the Christian being to force itself to get frustrated and reject the chance to live Christ. Then when the next moment comes, we remember the frustration of the last time this “moment” came and the failures of it and we look at that moment as a dangerous thing to do or say? Just as the illusion of the word in this graphic.

If you can follow my thought process you will see the evident truth that “faith” is the new “F” word. TV shows late at night now have a time where major networks will allow the curse word beginning with “F” to fly out of the mouths of characters for the sake of emphasis. However, at no point can Christians proclaim our “F” word of faith without being ridiculed as their point of emphasis as to our ignorance.

So rather than fight to know what we need to defend our faith, or sacrifice what we must to live by faith amongst the nay-sayers. We retreat to accepting defeat and concede to the victors.

I can’t believe Christians, Christians, I said CHRISTIANS will be so fearful (hey there's a new “F” word) of standing up to the enemies no matter the cost. I mean according to the Word of God, the battle is the Lords but the Victory is ours (Deut. 20:4). So what do we have to fear? If He is before us, who can be against us (Rom. 8:31).

Now, take that faith filled emotion and share your faith. Without reserve, BUT do not give the world reason to look at Christians as attacking beliefs, bigots, hypocrites, right winged propaganda pushing, gay hating, racist. Share your faith by living like Christ so that your sharing of faith comes from one asking: “Who are you, and why you are so…. Different?” Then you have a chance to say “I am a Christian.” and they don't look at you like… well you know!

That’s your challenge! Love– P. AL
P. 2 Next Month!

2009-10-29T11:10:00.001-07:00

tomorrow is the day... let me hear you HOLLAAAA>>>>>>>

2009-10-28T12:41:00.001-07:00

Holla back in 2 days! Are U Ready? I am and so is the set, it looks dope!!!

2009-10-25T16:01:00.001-07:00

Sitting in a service on prayer after seeing my niece get dedicated to the Lord. God is good.

2009-10-24T09:46:00.001-07:00

Time for some relaxing golf praying for par golf or better.

2009-10-23T19:28:00.001-07:00

All the jitters are setting in. Less then a week from holla back and so much to do so many expectations. Tomorrow I play golf to settle down. Now to read "they like Jesus but not the church"

2009-10-22T15:06:00.001-07:00

Just finished I'm dirty need a shower and some food. Off to my grandmas for food.

2009-10-22T12:01:00.001-07:00

In lakeland now waiting to speak be in prayer.

2009-10-22T07:11:00.001-07:00

Getting ready to speak in Lakeland today at Lake Gibson Middle, for an FCA event. Holla Back is in 8 days!!!

Wonders of Faith!

2009-09-10T07:50:00.000-07:00

Imagine walking on water... or being told to feed 5,000+ people with 2 fish and some bread.... or how about being told someone you have come to know, love, and respect will die... then be told they are alive after you saw them die with your own eyes? I don't know about you but that is hard to believe even for a pastor. Yet when a guy like Jesus does it you just believe, without even thinking twice about it. That's faith.... It takes faith to believe all of his wonders but it also takes faith to believe in a God you cant see, smell, feel, or hear with your ears. The thought alone is odd, but He still makes Himself known in all areas of our life and even in some wiered ways our 5 senses. What a wonder! What Faith!

A Mutated Condition

2009-09-02T07:47:00.000-07:00

With in every person lies the desire to do something great, and the fear of what it will take to get it done. This fear becomes a Giant in the life of the one that has greatness in them, in turn the Giant keeps them at bay waiting for a David to come by and take out the Giant. Then when it happens and the David comes and takes out the Giant the person realizes "David took my greatness" and envy kicks in followed by discouragement.

Why wait for a "David" to come by when the greatness in you is all the "David" you need. Its called faith! Tap into it and Mutate into the great Man/Women of God you already are. Then remain in that moment, look for then next giant, and slay it and anything else that gets in the way of your dreams!

That is the definition of Mutation!!!!

Rebellion & Power

2009-08-05T13:56:00.000-07:00

The existence of power has man fighting every day for more power then the next person. This fight is pointless when you find out God is over everyone, so you will never be top dog. Why not be rebellious and Love each other? This would go against all culture and since your such a fighter, you will be fighting normality. Try it this week!

King!

2009-07-29T08:10:00.000-07:00

Just thinking out loud... If I was King, would I be to hot headed? to easy going? to quick or slow? What would make the difference I'm King? If I'm wrong or right does it matter? Who would be effected by what I do anyw....wait a minute, EVERYONE would be! So, being King means I would be responsible for more then just how I feel but how everyone feels. This means I have a great burden, and must make great decisions no matter how minimal it is to me its not that small to others. I need help! This is why studding other Kings is so important because mistakes can not be made twice.

The rise and fall of a King is going to help me and help you with this. I believe that with as much things we have to distract us from learning, we have just as much things to mess up. Lets make a pack to not make a mistake that we could have avoided and learn how to truly be a great King for God. He is our King of Kings!