Tag: conflict
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Dealing With Our Differences
Psalm 133 says: How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in unity! But what about when we differ? Can we still dwell together in unity when we do not have uniformity? Roger Nicole offers insights: How to Deal With Those Who Differ From Us. Or, you can read this essay in sections:…
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7 Rules for Reconciliation
To live in community is to live with – at least – the potential for conflict. I have acted wrongly on too many occasions; I have wronged others; and I have been wronged by others. I find few things more emotionally taxing than living in conflict. But God calls us to live in community, where…
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Blessed Are the Peacemakers
Jeff Purswell writes: Who dreamed that their church participation was so significant? Giving the world a glimpse of the consummated kingdom of God! Does such a grand vision govern our attitude toward our local churches? If it does, our participation will no doubt reflect it. We will love, serve, sacrifice, forgive, forbear, employ our gifts,…