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Lewis Ben Smith

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Lewis Smith is a pastor, historian, teacher, husband, father of twins, and a third degree black belt in Uechi-Ryu karate. He is an avid collector of Indian artifacts and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. His first novel, THE TESTIMONIUM, was written in 2012 and published in 2014. His next novel, THE REDEMPTION OF PONTIUS PILATE, was released on May 19, 2015. His third novel, MATTHEW'S AUTOGRAPH, was released in December of 2015. He currently has one work being reviewed for publication and is working on his fifth novel. ...more

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On October 9 of last year I sat down and began writing a story that I entitled LOVER OF GOD. Usually, when I begin a novel, I have a pretty fair idea of where the story is going to go. At least, I have a vague idea of how it will end, or what the major story arc is, or something. This one, though, this story was elusive. I had a great prologue, which was set much later in the story arc - but I had Read more of this blog post »
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Theophilus by Lewis Ben Smith
"Theophilus is only mentioned twice in the Bible, but the author with his extensive knowledge of ancient Rome has managed to paint an engrossing picture of a man of that time noted as a Roman citizen who became a champion of the Christians during the " Read more of this review »
The Testimonium by Lewis Ben Smith
"An absolutely gripping read! From the very first chapter, I was hooked by the mix of history, faith, and suspense. The way the story weaves ancient secrets with modern-day tension kept me turning the pages late into the night. Isabella’s courage and " Read more of this review »
The Emperor and the Last Apostle by Lewis Ben Smith
"I just finished The Emperor and the Last Apostle, and I found it to be both powerful and deeply thought-provoking. From the very first pages, the novel drew me in with its vivid depiction of the clash between Christian faith and imperial authority in" Read more of this review »
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“the world remembers”
Lewis Ben Smith, The Redemption of Pontius Pilate

“Senate and People of Rome”
Lewis Ben Smith, The Redemption of Pontius Pilate

“true wisdom lies in adopting those practices which work, regardless of who originates them.”
Lewis Ben Smith, The Redemption of Pontius Pilate

“When writing a novel a writer should create living people; people not characters. A character is a caricature.”
Ernest Hemingway, Death in the Afternoon

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