In this episode of What Are You Thinking, Ron and Lynnette Lewis sit down with Dr. Rajan Mathews and Grace Mathews for a powerful conversation on how changing our thoughts can transform our lives.

Rajan, a former CEO, CFO, CPA, and seminary graduate, shares how God guided his unexpected journey from disliking math to helping rebuild telecommunications in post war Afghanistan. Grace shares her own calling from a successful career at Johnson and Johnson into full time missions, launching education programs for street children in India and serving migrants during COVID 19.

Together, they reveal how anchoring their lives in Christ and staying rooted in the local church shaped their global impact. This episode is a compelling reminder that taking one faithful step forward, even without knowing how, can lead to a life of deep purpose and joy.

In this powerful episode of "What Are You Thinking," hosts Ron Lewis and his son Nathan Lewis dive deep into the transformative power of faith and public service with their esteemed guest, Fernando Cabrera. A unique figure in New York City, Fernando masterfully balances his roles as a dedicated pastor and a long-serving New York City Council member. Listen in as he recounts his journey into politics, sparked by a personal encounter with gun violence in his community and a calling to enact change where absent elected officials failed.

Fernando shares gripping stories, including his peaceful arrest while advocating for churches' right to rent public school spaces- a fight that went all the way to the Supreme Court and ultimately led to policy change benefiting countless congregations. He reveals the remarkable success of his initiatives in the Bronx, where he dramatically reduced crime by 66% through innovative programs like Cure Violence and strategic investments in security cameras.

A key focus of his work, and a powerful takeaway from this episode, is his unwavering belief in addressing fatherlessness as a root cause of societal issues, advocating for mentorship and stronger male figures in young men's lives. This episode is a testament to how unwavering faith, coupled with strategic action, can bring about profound, lasting change in even the most challenging urban landscapes.

On this episode of the "What Are You Thinking" podcast, we're joined by Pastor Terry Smith, a celebrated author, and the visionary behind The Life Christian Church. Along with his wife Sharon and their three children, Pastor Terry has cultivated a ministry known for its extraordinary hospitality and influence in the marketplace.

We dive deep into Pastor Terry's latest book, "The Lord Give You Peace," which unpacks the rich, holistic meaning of Shalom- a state of well-being encompassing every facet of life, from mental wellness to financial and relational harmony. He reveals how this biblical concept offers more than just the absence of conflict, but a flourishing life aligned with God's purposes.

This episode is a powerful reminder that God desires our peace more than we do, and that true peace is a journey toward the life God dreams for us.