Church Conflict: You Can Manage It, Or It Will Manage You
- ISBN-10
- 154839257X
- ISBN-13
- 9781548392574
- Series
- Church Conflict
- Pages
- 84
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2017-08-04
- Publisher
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- Authors
- Linda S. Thompson, Durward Bradshaw
Description
The churches of today are filled with real people with real problems, so conflict among groups and individuals is inevitable. However, conflict can be prevented-or, if encountered, it can be managed in a way that ensures the body of Christ emerges more unified and stronger than ever. What's the secret? According to longtime churches of Christ members and teachers Durward B. Bradshaw and Linda S. Thompson, it's all about making sure your churches are filled with healthy Christians, the first line of defense! Church Conflict: You Can Manage It, or It Will Manage You will help leadership, ministry leaders, and lay members both prevent conflict and pursue healthy, positive conflict resolution using scriptural methodologies. Part one covers healthy and humble Christians, church leadership, communication, and change. Part two digs deep into the overarching theme of managing church conflict. Finally, part three includes the authors' love letter to fellow members of the churches of Christ, discussing the exciting aspect of moving forward. Conversational in tone yet buttressed by careful research and well-placed scripture, this book is perfect for both the average believer and the academic. Believers of all walks of life will be equipped to pursue unity in the local church body.
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