>> 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 4:26-27,29-32 “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 . . . 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. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
>> Websites to check
These recommended websites are not intended in any way to be or imply an endorsement on the part of Zondervan, nor do we vouch for their content.
- 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.
