Dr. Aaron Lewis

Communion Beyond the Church Walls: Embracing Opportunities to Break Bread with Fellow Believers

Later on today, I am going to be breaking bread with one of my deacons, Deacon Shawn Thorington. Deacon Thorington is a faithful man who is full of the spirit of God and trustworthy, caring, and loyal. While, we always go to great restaurants and get unique dishes, my excitement to be with him and […]

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Confronting Modern-Day Slavery: The Plight of Sugar Plantation Workers in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is famous for its stunning beaches, all-inclusive resorts, lively dance culture, and delectable cuisine. However, behind this vibrant facade lies a severe problem that demands urgent attention – modern-day slavery in the form of exploitative labor conditions on sugar plantations. This article aims to shed light on this issue and provide guidance

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Surviving the Challenges Ahead: Practical Steps for Mental, Physical & Spiritual Preparedness

We are living in challenging times, perhaps more challenging than any time within the past five decades.  Because of this, it is essential that we equip ourselves with practical steps to ensure our survival, mentally, physically, and spiritually. While I have never been a doomsday prophet, we cannot ignore the unsettling shifts in our society

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Give the Church a Chance – A Renewed Perspective on the Power and Purpose of Christ’s Body

The rise in the number of individuals who no longer attend church services is a growing concern for many spiritual leaders. Perhaps many of these individuals have become disenchanted with the church due to a range of reasons, such as hurt, disappointment, or disagreements with church practices. Unfortunately, it is common for people to give

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Faith Over Fear: Rediscovering God As Our Provider in Times of Crisis God Our Provider

As Christians, we have pledged our allegiance to God, the ultimate provider who sustains our very existence. However, recent events have led many believers to become reliant on governments to provide for their basic needs, thereby forsaking their faith in God. During the pandemic, the government positioned itself as the savior and promised to ensure

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From Mistakes to Mercy: Accepting God’s Boundless Love

Last Sunday, I attended a service at a well-known church in North Phoenix. The pastor leading the service was a young, intelligent man, with an excellent way of communicating his message. The worship was uplifting and energetic, with everyone soaking it in like a sponge. The pastor’s teaching was on the series called “Living in

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The Dark Denial: When the Church Fails to Confront Its Sins

In a world where insurance companies are infamous for denying claims, leaving policyholders feeling jaded and robbed, a surprising parallel can be found within the church. Yes, within the very institution that is meant to be a beacon of truth and righteousness. This is not to say that every claim against the church is always

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Breaking Free: Embracing True Communion with God—Part Two

In the past few decades, we’ve heard churchgoers proclaim phrases like, “I don’t want religion; I want relationship.” Yet, how many of us truly understand the depth and meaning behind these words? It’s fascinating how easily we adopt clichés and buzz phrases without fully comprehending their significance. Just saying the words is as empty as

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