Core Values

At New Hope Hilo Hawaii, we believe that:


1. Daily devotions and prayer are paramount to strengthening a relationship with Jesus.

   (Mark 1:35; Luke 10:39)


2. God values all people, therefore, we value all people.

    (Matthew 18:14; Matthew 25:45; 2 Peter 3:9)


3. Everyone has a place to belong and serve.

    (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Psalm 133:1; Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Peter 2:4-9)


4. The gospel of Jesus is simple and relevant, therefore, we present it that way.

   (1 Corinthians 9:22, 23; Acts 17:22-34)


5. Love and acts of service are the evidence of fruitful spiritual maturity.

    (Mark 12:29-31; Acts 2:44-47; Galatians 5:22; 1 Timothy 4:7, 8; Proverbs 27:17)

6. Everyone is gifted and equipped to serve.

    (Mark 10:45; Ephesians 2:10; Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12:14-20)


7. Serving and honoring God is done with an excellent spirit and heart.

    (Psalm 78:72; Daniel 5:12; Colossians 3:17; Ecclesiastes 10:10)


8. It is vital to courageously pursue healthy relationships.

   (James 1:2, 3; 1 Peter 3:8, 9; 1 Corinthians 13:8; Romans 16:17; Ephesians 4:3)


9. Reaching those far from God is done one relationship at a time.

    (Proverbs 11:30; John 1:43-45; John 4:28-30)


10.Continuing to equip and build up the next generation of leaders is essential to building His Kingdom.

    (2 Timothy 2:2; Psalm 78:6, 7)