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Peacemaking in Marriage: When Peacemaking Goes Bad
"Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for [...]
Peacemaking in Marriage: The Four Steps of the Reconciliation Process
“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. But if you are unsuccessful, take one or two others with you and go back again, so that everything you say may be [...]
Peacemaking in Marriage: Reconciliation Before Worship
"Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift. Settle matters quickly with your adversary who [...]
Peacemaking in Marriage: Guidelines for Communicating Wisely with Your Offender
"Reckless words pierce like a thrusting sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing" (Proverbs 12:18). Big Idea: Talking to others about how they have wronged us can bring reconciliation and restoration when our words are seasoned with wisdom and grace. How Do I Communicate Wisely to My Offender? [...]
Peacemaking in Marriage: The Seven A’s of Confession
“Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed.” (James 5:16) Review: Preparation for Go and Show (Matthew 18:15) requires honest self-examination and repentance of all sin that God reveals to you. Before confronting the offender, we must be willing to admit our [...]
Peacemaking in Marriage: Get The Log Out Of Your Own Eye
“Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye and then you will be able to see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye” (Matthew 7:5). Review: God has specified in His Word the method for resolving conflict and reconciling with an offender. When we choose to gossip/slander [...]