HOW TO FIGHT Part 1: Mastering Conflict

Matthew 18:20 NIV
20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

When conflict comes, we don’t have a strategy for it.

Matthew 5:9 NIV
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.

Romans 12:18 NIV
18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

Conflict Avoidant <——————> Conflict Assertive

Unmet Expectations

Matthew 5:23-24 NIV
23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.

Ephesians 4:15 NIV
15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.

Proverbs 27:17 NIV
17 As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.

I notice ___________ I prefer ________________.

I’m puzzled at _________________________.

I feel __________ when you _____________.

Matthew 5:9 NIV
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.