Churches can be some of the most contentious places that we know. We try so hard to be Christian, to speak up for what we believe is right. What starts out as a good intention gets tangled up in someone else’s good intention, which of course is different from the one we hold.
There are many ways to respond to such conflicts, one not inherently better than the other. What is important is that we prayerfully come to a decision on how we want to proceed—not just publicly but in our hearts.
Here’s my current answer to difficult situations. I love all the people involved; I don’t know the details; I don’t want to count on hear-say and second, third or forth had information; we all have logs in our eyes; we all need humility; God loves us all; God shows no partiality. God is still speaking,…
I have chosen to direct my thoughts, prayers and actions toward all the good that we have and can put forth for God’s kingdom on earth.
There are many ways to respond to such conflicts, one not inherently better than the other. What is important is that we prayerfully come to a decision on how we want to proceed—not just publicly but in our hearts.
Here’s my current answer to difficult situations. I love all the people involved; I don’t know the details; I don’t want to count on hear-say and second, third or forth had information; we all have logs in our eyes; we all need humility; God loves us all; God shows no partiality. God is still speaking,…
I have chosen to direct my thoughts, prayers and actions toward all the good that we have and can put forth for God’s kingdom on earth.
RSS Feed