Catalysts

Acts 9 is a pretty amazing story of Paul’s conversion and launch into ministry. And where would we be if Paul has not been obedient to God’s calling on his life?

Paul’s testimony is so dramatic it’s easy to overlook the role of Ananias – the one who obeyed God, went to Paul, and prayed with him to receive the Holy Spirit. Ananias was the catalyst who launched Paul into an amazing ministry. Both men had life-changing and life-giving roles to play purposed by God.

This weekend we welcomed our Ignite Mission Team – 3 wonderful ladies excited to share the love and hope of Christ! Jaime began our first day of Relationship Evangelism by teaching us how Ananias’ seemingly small act of obedience had a significant and eternal impact. Our prayer for the next 2 weeks is to be used by God in similar ways.

As we go where God sends us, build relationships, serve and pray, the Lord is sure to do incredible things in and through us. We have great expectations for this trip.

• To be stretched by God and become bolder in fulfilling the Great Commission.
• To serve people in need as the hands and feet of Christ.
• To hear clearly from God as we step out of our comfort zone and rely solely on Him.
• To sharpen and encourage each other, as we each have unique gifts to share and roles to play.
• To be the catalysts that God uses to encourage, edify, and equip others.
• To expect the unexpected, after all God has more in store for us that we’ll ever know.

While we have great expectations for this trip, we’re sure the Lord will exceed them by far.

Please pray for us. And please ask yourself, how does God want to use me today?