The Tension is Good

It's been about a week since Catalyst and I think I am still processing some things that were said. With so much great content, it's extremely difficult to pick a favorite. Even the theme is provocative-The Tension is Good. When I heard the theme, the cynical side of me came out. "Have you experienced my tension? Exactly what kind of tension are talking about? Too much tension usually means things break-that's never fun." But as always, in perfect Catalyst fashion, they delivered. Generational tension, job and family tension, ministry tension, leadership tension, spiritual tension...you name it, they probably talked about it. I think the most valuable lesson I learned while there was this. Lean into the tension. Figure out why it's there (sometimes obvious, other times not), figure out what you can learn from it and know that tension always stretches you. Thanks Catalyst 2010. Through some difficult lessons, you made me a better Christian, leader, husband and person. Can't wait to drink from the fire hose again next year.

Catalyst

Had a great week in Atlanta at Catalyst! So many compelling speakers and so much motivating and convicting information. One of my favorite quotes from Reggie McNeal goes like this, "We have tried to get God to bless our vision. It's not our vision...it's God's. We were created to be a part of what is important to him." Caleb and I drank from a fire hydrant of information for 3 days straight. It was great, but so exhausting. Can't wait to go next year!