Sometimes God’s greatest victories come from the most desperate circumstances. Five years ago, Malama Christian Fellowship in Nanakuli (formerly First Baptist Church of Nanakuli) was on the verge of closing its doors. The small congregation was struggling, hope was fading, and the future looked bleak. But God had other plans.
Today, under the passionate leadership of Pastor Eddie Hunt and his wife Faleiva, this once-struggling church has been transformed into a vibrant, life-giving congregation that serves as a beacon of hope in their community. Their story perfectly demonstrates what it means to contend together—when the body of Christ rallies around a struggling church, incredible transformation can happen.
Pastor Eddie and Faleiva didn’t just accept the status quo. They contended for their church’s future, implementing creative outreach strategies, building genuine relationships in their community, and trusting God to breathe new life into their fellowship. The results speak for themselves: worship services are filled with energy, new believers are being baptized regularly, and the church has become a vital part of Nanakuli’s fabric.
Your gifts through the Sue Nishikawa Offering provide crucial support for church revitalization efforts like this one. These funds helped provide resources for multiple evangelistic outreach programs in the Nanakuli community.
Malama Christian Fellowship’s transformation reminds us that no church is beyond hope when we contend together. Their story encourages other struggling congregations throughout our region and demonstrates the power of persistence, prayer, and community support.
As you pray today, remember that your partnership through this offering helps write stories like Eddie and Faleiva’s throughout Hawaii and the Pacific. When
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- Pray for Pastor Eddie and Faleiva Hunt as they lead Malama Christian Fellowship
- Pray for other struggling churches throughout HPBC to experience similar renewal
- Pray for wisdom for pastors facing difficult ministry challenges
- Pray for resources and training that help churches reconnect with their communities
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