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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. (Matthew: 5:23-25)

Managing conflict and finding reconciliation sometimes means admitting you are wrong or acknowledging that you have hurt or harmed some other part of life. This verse of Scripture simply and lovingly instructs us about what is most important. We may be seeking to get right with God – the Spirit of God that is somehow much higher than where we are. And this ignores the principle that God is present everywhere – and standing by everyone, if they will just choose it. Read More »

Conflict happens in relationships.  And the tension it brings is opportunity knocking at the door.

We actually learn more by listening than we do by talking!  When we are experiencing contrast or conflict with others, we are usually trying our best to persuade them to our point of view.  And that means we just keep talking – hoping the others will see the light of our position.

What happens if you shift your strategy and start listening – really listening?  There are many benefits for you if you will apply this one very important communication tool in resolving conflicts. Read More »