Monthly Archives: February 2012

Why do many Christians fuel church conflicts rather than turn and pursue peace?

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

Q. Why do many Christians fuel church conflicts rather than turn and pursue peace? A. In the heart of Psalm 85 we find a verse that, in my experience, begins to address an answer to this difficult “why” question. I … Continue reading →

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Two Elements of Redeeming Church Conflict: Intentionality and Contentment

Posted on February 17, 2012 by

Q. How can I maintain an “eternal perspective” given the harsh realities of this church conflict? A. It is one thing to give mental assent to the concept of living from an “eternal perspective,” and quite another to actually fit … Continue reading →

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Signs that a conflicted church is not ready to change …

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

Q. What would make you decline a church intervention? Are there certain signs that a church is not ready for a Christian conciliation intervention team to go in and work to help the church to redeem their conflicts? A. In … Continue reading →

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What do pastors in conflicted churches need the most?

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Q. When pastors in conflicted churches call you, what do they need the most? Is there a certain piece of advice or Scripture passage that you always end up giving them? A. A pastor tensely (and loudly) said, “You just don’t … Continue reading →

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