The Resolution Road Map
May 5, 2024Jump to What’s Happening at Crossroads
Questions for resolving conflict:
1. Am I in ?
23 “So if you are presenting a sacrifice at the altar in the Temple and you suddenly remember that someone has something against you, 24 leave your sacrifice there at the altar. Go and be reconciled to that person. Then come and offer your sacrifice to God. (Matthew 5:23-24)
The only way to resolve conflict is to it.
2. Can I it?
26 And “don’t sin by letting anger control you.” Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 for anger gives a foothold to the devil. (Ephesians 4:26-27)
3. What is my part to ?
Three primary causes of conflict:
A. -centeredness
1 What is causing the quarrels and fights among you? Don’t they come from the evil desires at war within you? (James 4:1)
God didn’t design relationships to make us ; He designed them to help make us .
B.
C.
people hurt people.
4. How can I reconciliation?
A. Talk .
15 If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. (Matthew 18:15)
B. Speak the in .
15 Instead, we will speak the truth in love … (Ephesians 4:15)
C. Get the right for the job.
5 If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. (James 1:5)
Additional Notes
What’s Happening at Crossroads
NEW HERE?
We’re so glad you’ve chosen to come to Crossroads today! We want to thank you for visiting and would love to get to know you. Stop by and say hello at one of our Welcome Centers, our First Step area, or check out ecrossroads.info for more. We can’t wait to meet you!
SUMMIT SUNDAY
No matter your position, the Global Leadership Summit on August 8-9, 2024, will empower you with the skills you need to design your tomorrow. We invite you to attend this powerful event because it can be an inspiration and catalyst for your life! Get your tickets for this special 2-day event for only $139 before the price increases on May 9th. If you are a first responder, nurse, military, student or teacher, we have extra discounts available. Stop by Next Steps for more information or here online.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION GUIDES
Resolving conflict is hard. Especially when you aren’t sure what steps to take. We want to help you with that! Here are 2 practical resources that will provide hope and direction. The “Watermark Road Map” and the “SHARP Communication Model” will get you started!
BOBKATS GAME
Hey team! Mark your calendars! On May 17th, Crossroads is going to be hanging out at the Bobkats game! We were able to get our hands on half-price tickets (normally $10 we will have tickets for sale for $5). We will be selling tickets today. First come, first serve, at South at the coffee shop and at Downtown at the coffee corner.
MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION
If you have a hurt, habit, or hang-up and you’re wondering if you need to meet with a counselor, we can help. A group of mental health professionals in Crossroads are willing to help you figure out your next step. They will meet with clients at Downtown campus on the 2nd weekends and at South campus on the 3rd weekends for a one-time consultation. If you’re interested in getting some help, fill out our consultation form.