I attended a conference called Catalyst West last week down in Irvine. This is the third consecutive year I've been a part of it and each year I am filled with inspiration and dreams. The theme was "Take Courage," a great reminder in these times where our faith is stretched to unseeable ends. We get to hear from some of the most innovative minds and extraordinary communicators from all parts of the world. My next blog posts will offer some insight to my experience at "Cat West."
The opening speaker was Andy Stanley, the founder of North Point Ministries. He gave a talk about individual acts of courage, the tipping point of something extraordinary. Though not always dramatic as say, David and Goliath, we have ample opportunities to live out the most heroic versions of our lives. Whether it's having the courage to stay when it would be easier to leave, or vice versa, we all have moments that may seem insignificant at the time, but prove monumental down the road of our journeys.
As we travel through life, we all need a little help, or a lot of help in some cases. It takes courage to ask for that help. It takes courage to be honest and vulnerable. Secrets compensate who we are. We are afraid of what others might find out about us or we're afraid of what we might find out about ourselves.
The encouraging news? Every high profile leader has sought out help. You and I are not alone in our need for help. We are no less for asking for help. It takes courage, so take heart.
When all is said and done, what story do you want to tell? This could be the most courageous story of your life so take it by the horns and don't ever let go.
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