The early church encountered all kinds of people—some were stubborn while some were searching for answers; some were living for pleasure while some were living for knowledge. No matter what a person’s perspective, the news of Jesus was good news for all.

Our world is angry and easily offended. The church cannot be so. In order for us to be a catalyst for change, we must be known for love, grace, and truth.

When we want to see change or movement, we focus on what we can do. While this is important, what is MOST important is what God can do. One catalyst for good is to work hard while I trust and pray knowing that real power is with God.

Growth usually requires discomfort. In order to get wiser, stronger, and more mature, we will have to learn to embrace moments of discomfort as a catalyst for change.

The church is meant to gather, but we gather so that we can go out with the mission. We cannot just be at church on Sunday. We have to be church everywhere that we go.

Even in the church, relationships and culture can be toxic. We need to commit ourselves to be a catalyst for good by working toward solutions rather than dwelling on the symptoms.

Lies seem to be more prevalent than truth. In a world where everything is relative and everyone is watching out for themselves, honesty matters. Honesty can be the catalyst for redemption.

Life is hard. Sometimes the world seems to be more than we can handle. When I am tempted to give up, pray for boldness and endurance. Be a catalyst for good.

Many of us have struggled with identity over the past year. We need to remember that what matters most about who I am is that I am connected to Jesus. More than anything else, being with Jesus can be the catalyst for real impact.

When you are overwhelmed and overworked, lean into God’s Spirit. Let the Spirit be the catalyst for what happens next.