Are you in a conflict with someone?

7/8/2019

I was reading an article today by Fran Trascritti called 4 Tips for Handling Church Conflict. (https://factsandtrends.net/2019/07/08/4-tips-for-handling-church-conflict/?ecid=PDM182639&bid=1370347563 ). You might be interested in reading it so I have included the website.

It brought out some things that we need to remember:

1. There will be disagreements among Christians
2. There is a probability that the interpersonal conflicts/disagreements will transfer over to our church brothers and sisters
3. There is a possibility that it will include the pastor and/or family
4. That problems among Christians is not new to our generation
5. There is a way that all disagreements can be resolved peaceably

The 4 ways mentioned for handling church conflict can and will work in ALL conflicts. If, and this is a big “if”, we really want to be “Christ-Like” in our dealings with others.

1. If we really want to be like Christ then we will not be holding on to “I am right and you are wrong” thoughts.
2. We will be doing our best to have a “What would Jesus do in this situation” attitude.
3. We would be praying for God’s will.
4. If necessary, we would go to a non-involved person to be a mediator.

While following the 4 tips found in this article which are:

1. Remember the gospel
2. React by listening
3. Recapture by paraphrasing
4. Reframe with the Word

C.I. Wilson