Catalyst Church - Pendleton, IN

Marriage 101: Sexual Intimacy

How good is sex? It is a lot better than good and God gave us this great pleasure to be enjoyed by a husband and wife. The trouble is we never really talk openly about the subject in church. Let’s change that and speak about the need for sexual intimacy in the life of every marriage. During this teaching, parents should note that the topic will be discussed with adults in mind;  therefore, it is suggested that parents give guidance regarding attendance.

Marriage 101: Affair Proofing Your Marriage

Isn’t it amazing how some people will throw away what is most important in life for 30 minutes of passion? It is more amazing the number of people who make themselves vulnerable to this destructive opportunity. What if we could change that? What if we could take precautionary and constructive steps to consistently place ourselves in the least vulnerable position? This teaching  addresses the issue by determining boundaries that help protect a marriage from infidelity.

Marriage 101: Why Marriages Fall Apart

The brokenness of marriages is rampant in our society. It seems everywhere we look the evidence of instability is mounting up. In order to turn this destructive dynamic around we must begin changing one marriage at a time . . . our marriage. During this teaching, we will address some key issues that help hold healthy relationships together.

Marriage 101: I Want a New Marriage

There is no perfect wife or husband, because we are all imperfect people. However, there can be godly husbands and wives who love each other in a way that is positively different. Anybody need a new marriage? Anybody want to be a different wife or husband? If so, then make certain to hear this teaching and learn what it will take to become the spouse God created us to  be.

Marriage 101: Where is Your Marriage Headed

Some things in life are not a choice. They are the consequences of situations outside our control. But, some things are determined by our choices. Joshua 24 informs us that we influence the destination of our marriage by the foundation we choose to build it upon. The great thing is that it is never too late to make the right choice. Where is your marriage headed? Honestly, the choice is ours to make.

The Basics of Prayer

In the final week of his series on the basics of prayer, Pastor Daniels looks at the faith displayed by Peter and the early church when facing struggles and persecution. Also, a special announcement by Elder Joe Davis about next steps for Catalyst moving forward.

Praying Through the Problems

The Basics of Prayer: Putting Quiet on the Calendar

One of the great benefits of prayer is that it can be an oasis in the hustle and bustle of life. Clearly, Jesus understood this and made intentional times for quiet places and solitary prayer. It is a necessity in the believer’s life today. In this weeks sermon, Pastor Roland Daniels reads from the book of Mark 1:36-37 and explains why we must learn to make time for reflection, reprioritization and restoration. If not, our hearts can become calloused and brittle as we make our way through the break neck speed of life. The habit of prayer makes our hearts pliable to the new things God has for us and open to the new ways of responding to His love.

Unwrapping the Carols of Christmas; I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow composed the words to to this carol originally as a poem entitled "Christmas Bells". In many ways, the poem was written in response to heartbreak as Longfellow's wife died and his son sustained a crippling injury from war wounds. In the midst of his grief and pain, he penned these words of hope, "God is not dead, nor doth He sleep." Words befitting the hope that Micah's words in 5:2-5 offer the children of God in difficult and trying times. For all of us, there are times that seem overwhelming but Micah conveys to us another possibility and that is to wait and trust expectantly that our God is at work.

Unwrapping the Carols of Christmas; Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

Seven hundred years before the sleepy sheherds were awakened that night on the plains, Isaiah the Prophet offered a prophetic description regarding the coming Messiah. Charles and John Wesley took that passage, Isaiah 9:6, and penned the words to the great carol, "Come Thou Long Expected Jesus." As the Wesley's penned this carol, the burning question in their hearts was this; Does the biblical text speak to what is currently going on in your life? As we listen to Pastor Rolland Daniels' teaching today and sing the words of this wonderful carol, we will discover that the ancient words of Isaiah speak with clarity to every person today about their personal need for a Savior.