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Conflict resolution

Three Elements of Conflict

Three Elements of Conflict

Conflict happens.   An older couple was appalled. They were part of a conversation in which we were discussing some of my research at...

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Identity, a Key to Conflict

Identity, a Key to Conflict

What is at the core of virtually every conflict? Knowing the answer to this equips you to understand conflict better – which means you...

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Unveiling the Clash of Identities

Unveiling the Clash of Identities

Who are you, really?  A dozen professionals were being shuttled from the airport to a hotel for a conference. On the ride, one of the...

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Becoming More 'Like Christ' in Conflict

Becoming More 'Like Christ' in Conflict

Being “in Christ” is the pre-eminent factor of self-identity for the followers of Jesus. That was our conclusion in our previous post...

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The map of forgiveness

The map of forgiveness

Recently, I was in a foreign country for the first time. I usually knew where I was and where I wanted to go, but I didn’t know how to...

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Bold love

Bold love

You're standing in cold water up to your waist. Your arms are wrapped tightly against your chest as you resist the plunge into the...

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2 questions about restitution

2 questions about restitution

"Restitution: what it is; why it matters" triggered lots of great questions.  For context, we explored earlier the gift of a new...

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An Introduction to Conflict

An Introduction to Conflict

Conflict happens— it is an inevitable part of life. This holds true in our personal and communal journeys.  During a discussion about...

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How to Respond to Conflicts About Traditions

How to Respond to Conflicts About Traditions

In this series, “When Conflict Happens,” we explore interpersonal and intergroup conflict involving Jesus. In this way, we learn from...

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God’s Eye View in Conflict

God’s Eye View in Conflict

“Answer the question! Yes, or no.” How do you respond when neither “yes” nor “no” is correct? For example, an old trick question...

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What do you do when you are mocked for what you believe?

What do you do when you are mocked for what you believe?

Have you ever been mocked about what you believe as a Christian?  Have you felt the sting of insulting language or contempt about your...

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