Oct 11 2008
Catalyst Conference Day 2
I didn’t think there was anyway that the Catalyst Conference could top the first day. So I went into day 2 with pretty low expectations. But I was pleasantly surprised. Lanny Donoho brought an Elephant in the Arena & said there has been an Elephant in the room. Then he brought out a double of himself. It was great.
Tim Stevens of Yahoo had a good opening session talking about taking your faith to work. He had a touching story about how Timberland company giving shoes to people in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina. Aaron Keys led us in worship again and he is very gifted.
Dave Ramsay was incredible. He really didn’t talk about money very much. He did say that we need to quit worrying because God is in control. But mainly he talked about leadership in his company. He said the biggest form of Gossip in the church comes in the form of a prayer request!” Then he said ”Fear is not a Fruit of the Spirit!” “Breath!” He also said “God is still on the Throne-the world is not coming to an end.”
Following a break 12,000 people praying in groups- we prayed “together” w/ our Canadian friends and that was cool. Then some African children sang and Jeff Foxworthy was on stage w/ Lanny talking about 4-10 Bridge ministry that Lanny started for those children. It was moving because as crazy as Lanny is, he got all choked up and you could see that God had touched him and Jeff too.
I should have brought Klennex-How much more emotional can this get? Because next was a Billy Graham tribute. His son Franklin came out and talked about “The Gospel” what else.
Then Andy Crouch talked and he “it is easier to criticize culture than to create culture!” That is powerful when you think about it.
Later the funniest Catalyst video yet w/ Lanny & Jeff Foxworthy followed by a big announcement atalyst is going California in April.
Mike and I stayed for one more set of Fee leading in worship and then we had to return home. I hate that we missed Matt Chandler and especially Andy Stanley’s last talk but Mike had to go on a another trip.
I still need to unpack what I learned and share with you what God taught me. It was moving to say the least. Craig Groeschel’s message yesterday is still ringing in my head. Steven Furtick’s was inspiring. Andy Stanley’s was practical. Dave Ramsey’s will help me for my new job. I’m not sure with my new ministry if I will be allowed to come back to Catalyst. It is my favorite conference and I’ve been 7 times including the 1st. The worship is inspiring and the speakers always challenge me. I’m sure my friends thinks I know everyone because I seemed to run into all of my old friends and people who recognize me from this blog.
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Great images, actually never saw the bagpipes at all… the two days were so incredible it is hard to know what to do with all the information. It was something I won’t forget any time soon though.
Scott Fillmer’s last blog post..The Speakers at Catalyst08 Conference from Thrusday // Catalyst Photos
that is hilarious… I never even noticed that I was actually in this photo on the bottom right… I think I need to start wearing a hat with sharp lighting
Scott Fillmer’s last blog post..The Speakers at Catalyst08 Conference from Thrusday // Catalyst Photos
Scott,
Thanks for stopping by. I wished I could have met you.
Kevin Bussey’s last blog post..Catalyst Conference Day 2
Kev,
It was a great time! Thanks for hanging with me and the sweet, sweet seats!
Stuart’s last blog post..Some Advice from the Guys @ Catalyst
Isn’t it great when a conference can be a very powerful and rewarding event! That is what we should experience. Perfect timing for you to be able to go as you get ready for your new ministry adventure.
Too bad on missing Matt Chandler. He is one of those odd people of life because he grew up in my Grandma’s church…well as much as he would go. Odd to know he is a nationally known person.
I had the chance to be at Catalyst again this year (my 4th time) and was challenged and encouraged as always. It’s always so encouraging being around other leaders and seeing what God is doing in His church around the world.
What session impacted you personally the most?
Brad Ruggles’s last blog post..Pay Attention To The Rule-Breakers
Hey Brad,
Thanks for stopping by. I thought Steven Furticks was powerful and living on the other side of Charlotte from him I can see how God is using him. You can see God all over him.
But Craig G’s message impacted me most. I guess because I lost “IT” in my own life with my spiritual gift of “Evangelism.” It hit me last week when I visited some former church members in Atlanta and they were talking about “remember when you lead this person and this person and this person to Christ” They kept going on and on. Craig’s message hit me in the gut and I’m still unpacking it.
How about you?
Kevin Bussey’s last blog post..Growing Religion is those claiming no religious affiliation
It was good to finally meet you! The rest of the conference was good and Andy’s final message is still ringing in my head and it is really motivating me and my ministry area.