I have a confession. I am a horrible self critic.And I don’t think I’m alone.It seems, in Christianity today, we’ve become experts at the art of self-flagellation. Not the medieval kind, mind…
Aaron SalvatoApril 8, 2024
Aaron
Salvato
1. Disciple
2. Missionary Creative
3. Professional Problem-Solver
Hi, I’m Aaron. I’m an apprentice of Jesus, and my greatest goal in life is to make Him known. I’m a pastor, teacher, podcaster, designer, and lifelong learner.
Currently, I reach people as the founder and director of GoodLion Ministries, and the GoodLion School of Discipleship. My favorite role is Brooklynn’s husband + Jack’s dad. In everything I do, I work to bring innovation, love, and kindness.
A little more about me.
For nearly a decade, I had the incredible opportunity to be a youth pastor at Calvary Chapel Vista in Southern California. I got to lead middle and high schoolers, and occasionally stepped into the world of Bible College teaching. Honestly, guiding that amazing group of students towards Jesus as King was an absolute highlight of my life.
In 2018, after moving to Oklahoma to be closer to my wife’s family, I started a Christian Podcast network and began making resources for the broader body of Christ.
For a wonderful season, I came alongside the organization Calvary Global Network to serve as their Director of Podcasting & Content Strategy. I got to work with a lot of great people, and make a lot of amazing things to help churches around the world. It was a life changing experience and I am extremely grateful to those who put faith in me.
Today, I am focused on running GoodLion Ministries, helping young Christians follow the way of Jesus in a postmodern and post-Christian culture. I create podcasts, workshops, and content to serve the church at large. It is my dream to do this full-time. You can support that effort here.
I also am the founder and director of the GoodLion School of Discipleship, which is a local para-church ministry that serves young adults in the OKC area, gathering together to study the foundations of theology and the heart of discipleship. It is my absolute joy to meet with these students on a regular basis and pour into their development.
To help support my ministry work, I run a web design business which I originally started way back when I was 15 years old. It’s had a few names over the years, but it currently goes by Helmsman Agency.
I am pursuing a masters in applied biblical leadership at Western Seminary. My favourite things in the world are deep conversations about God, and creating resources that will help people grow and flourish as they follow the way of Jesus.
BLOGS & WRITTEN WORK
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Currently one of my favorite places to do ministry is the GoodLion Podcast! Each episode, my good friend Brian Higgins and I work hard to dive deep into theology, culture, church, and discipleship to Jesus. I’ve had some much fun in these conversations, and running this show has continued to push me to be a lifelong learner.
Debate: Without the Serpent, Would Adam and Eve Still have Sinned? | Brian Higgins & Aaron Salvato
In this episode (Part 2 in our series on the nature of Sin and Hell), Brian and I do something we rarely do – we disagree. We dive into the question: If the serpent hadn’t shown up in Eden, would Adam and Eve have still sinned?
It’s a thought-provoking debate that not only questions the inevitability of sin but also challenges us to consider the dynamics of temptation and will.
But our conversation doesn’t stop there. We go beyond the debate to explore the broader implications of the Fall. How does this event shape our understanding of redemption, grace, and our journey with God?
We’re talking about the big stuff here – human nature, divine providence, and the complexities of our relationship with the Almighty.
Join Brian and I as we navigate this respectful yet spirited debate. It’s a journey back to the Garden of Eden, exploring, questioning, and learning together. Tune in and be a part of this enriching conversation!
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CHAPTERS
Intro (00:00:00)
The Debate: Would Adam and Eve Still Sin Without The Serpent? (00:00:58)
Brian: Yes Because of Human Curiosity (00:01:11)
Aaron: No Because of Human Innocence (00:03:39)
The Consequences of Rebellion: A Deeper Look (00:09:53)
The Role of Rebellion in Sin: A Conclusion (00:11:44)
The Parenting Analogy: Understanding God’s Perspective on Sin (00:13:55)
God’s Response to Deliberate Rebellion (00:20:07)
The Hope in the Midst of Sin: A Gospel Presentation (00:30:22)
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