In this enlightening interview, we sit down with Pastor Aaron West, a beloved community leader known for his unwavering dedication to serving others. Pastor Aaron has spent over two decades in ministry, focusing on spiritual guidance and addressing the practical needs of his congregation and the broader community. His work encompasses a range of initiatives, from food drives and shelter programs to providing counseling and support for those in crisis. In order to achieve these goals he has established the Big Give initiative in his church where they have given over half a million dollars away to the community. His focus is completely on giving back.
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Website: https://www.yvchr.org/podcast
0:00 Intro
1:12 Sushi Enthusiast
1:48 Summery of His Story
3:53 Changing Plans Because of God
5:19 What Led Aaron to God and Service
7:30 Entering into the Church Industry
9:17 Moving On
10:24 New Journey at a New Church
12:27 Creating Impact (a hole)
13:58 How Crossroads is Trying to be Different
15:21 Getting the Position at Crossroads
16:23 Staying Through Tough Times
17:27 Becoming a Lead Pastor
18:27 How Crossroads Has Loved Others
20:00 Becoming a Christian
22:22 Why Shouldn't we "brag" about our Service
23:31 What it Feels Like to Truly Serve
25:40 How did Nicaragua affect Aaron's Life
27:33 The Importance of Deeply Caring for Others
30:18 Serving for yourself or others?
31:11 Aaron's Time at Crossroads
33:33 Connecting with Calvary Chapel
35:56 Listening to God
37:38 What is the Service Way to You?