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[cimi]

October 15
Thursday


CONFLICT
RESOLUTION

READ:
Philippians 4:1-9
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I implore Euodia and
I implore Syntyche to
be of the same mind in
the Lord.
__Philippians 4:2
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Today is observed in many countries as International Conflict Resolution Day. Its purpose is to encourage people to use mediation and arbitration rather than the legal system to settle their differences. Because we as followers of Christ are not immune to conflict, we need to learn how to resolve our disagreements in ways that honor the Lord.

It has been said that "church fights are the worst fights." Perhaps because they break out among people who profess to believe in unity and love. Many Christians have been so hurt by a fellow believer that they walk away from the church and never return.

Euodia and Syntyche are mentioned by name in the Bible and urged to resolve their differences: "Be of the same mind in the Lord" (Phil. 4:2). Instead of leaving them alone to settle their dispute, Paul appealed to a trusted fellow worker to "help these women who labored with me in the gospel" (v.3). In this same context, Paul urged the Philippians to bring their requests to God, noting that prayer brings the peace of God (v.7) and a sense of His abiding presence (v.9).

Fractured relationships in a Christian community are a community responsibility. In the midst of hurts and differences, we can encourage, listen, and pray. __David McCasland
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Forgiveness is the glue
that repairs broken relationships.

****************Today's Bible Reading __ Philippians 4:1-9*********

1 Therefore, my beloved
and longed-for brethren, my
joy and crown, so stand fast
in the Lord, beloved.

2 I implore Euodia and I
implore Syntyche to be of
the same mind in the Lord.

3 And I urge you also, true
companion, help these
women who labored with
me in the gospel, with
Clement also, and the rest
of my fellow workers,
whose names are in the
Book of Life.

4 Rejoice in the Lord
always. Again I will say,
rejoice!

5 Let your gentleness be
known to all men. The Lord
is at hand.

6 Be anxious for nothing,
but in everything by prayer
and supplication, with
thanksgiving, let your
requests be made known to
God; 7 and the peace of
God, which surpasses all
understanding,will guard
your hearts and minds
through Christ Jesus.

8 Finally, brethren
whatever things are true,
whatever things are noble,
whatever things are just,
whatever things are pure,
whatever things are lovely,
whatever things are of good
report, if there is any virtue
and if there is anything
praiseworthy--meditate on
these things. 9 The things
which you learned and
received and heard and saw
in me, these do, and the
God of peace will be with
you.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>INSIGHT<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

The Philippians' learning experience was based on truth taught and
modeled by Paul (v.9). Now they were admonished to practice the
same life truth. __DENNIS FISHER

[Lani]

Hi Cimi Sis!

Great Post today!!!!

Forgiveness is the glue that repairs broken relationships.

*Amen2* So true.... truly forgiving others for their shortcomings brings you closer together and frees both your hearts!

Thanks for sharing sis!!

Peace and Luv in Christ,

Lani