Sermon Notes Intro: Forming, storming, norming, performing Big Idea: God has reconciled with us and we are now empowered to reconcile with each other X2: The Resurrection of Jesus means love has been victorious and that life can now be victorious Story/Context: First thing Jesus says, “Peace, be with you.” -> SOURCE: forgiveness, reconciliation Caveat: recognize that not all conflicts/hurts/situations… Read More
Relational Hygiene
Relational Hygiene: Basic hygiene practices: wash hands, sleeve sneeze, compost out or fruitflies, etc. Community of followers of Jesus: we have relational hygiene practices expected of us as we mature in the faith Romans 12:18 “Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone.” *NOTE: Doesn’t mean I’m right all the time, but that there is a healthy… Read More
Fighting Fair Part #4 – A little less conversation, a little more action please.
Fighting Fair Part #3 – The “F-Word”
Fighting Fair Part #2 – What if I’m contributing to this??
Fighting Fair – Part #1 – The Rules of Engagement
How you fight is as important as what you are fighting about Even the healthiest relationships involve conflict. It simply is a part of life. It is normal. There is a definite difference between constructive conflict and destructive conflict however. Does it ever feel like the fight you just had left you two no better off? Ever feel like this… Read More