Relationships will last as long as their conflict resolutions skills do. If this is true, how do we get better at it? On Sunday, we hunt down the wisdom God gives us on sailing troubled waters with other Christians. Do you want good friends? Work through Conflict, part of our Strengthening Church Relationships Series.
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES
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WARM UP
What did you grow up believing was the best way to handle conflict? Why?
SCRIPTURES USED
Proverbs 15:15; Matthew 5:9, 23-24, 18:15; Romans 15:5, 12:16, 18; James 3:17-18; Colossians 1:19-20
MESSAGE POINTS
1. Peace-making requires humility
2. Peace-making has limits
3. Peace-making means you always make the first move
4. Peace-making feeds on character
Friendship Covenant: “I will not let disagreements end us”
GENERAL QUESTIONS
1. What have you learned by observing your family about conflict resolution?
2. How good overall would you say Christians are at peace-making? Why?
APPLICATION QUESTION
Describe your strengths and weaknesses as a peace-maker. Provide examples, if possible.
MENTORING QUESTION
What do you think God needs to do in your life to make you a more effective peace-maker? Why?
