>> Verses to Scan (NIV)
- Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
- Matthew 5:25 “Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still with him on the way, or he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison.”
- Ephesians 4:26-29 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
>> Websites to check
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- www.peacemakerministries.org. This website explains the Biblical plan of peacemaking and how to follow God’s guidelines in resolving conflict.
- http://www.christianitytoday.com/cl/9c5/9c5042.html Some practical ways to put “peacemaking” into practice.
>> Books to Read
- Tired of Yelling by Lynden D. Waugh, good advice for dealing with family conflict, geared at parents but good for everyone.
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