Counsel #12 — Conflicts

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Conflict is a given in any workplace, but how you handle it can make a huge difference in team morale and productivity. Instead of getting defensive, try taking the high road. Approach conflicts with patience, humility, forgiveness, and a genuine desire to understand the other person's point of view. When you do this, conflicts can strengthen relationships and create a stronger team. The Bible's teachings on forgiveness and reconciliation offer a great guide for navigating conflicts in a constructive and Christ-like way. Look for common ground and seek solutions that benefit everyone involved. As you apply Christian principles to your workplace disagreements, you'll discover that conflict can be an opportunity for spiritual growth in all aspects of your life.^{[146]https://www.adventisteducators.org/2018/03/english-article-101/}CR 153.2

“You must understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters: let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger.” James 1:19 NRSVCR 153.3

“We cannot afford to let our spirits chafe over any real or supposed wrong done to ourselves. Self is the enemy we most need to fear. No form of vice has a more damaging effect upon the character than has human passion not under the control of the Holy Spirit. No other victory we can gain will be so precious as the victory gained over self.

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“…. As we become interested in the salvation of souls we cease to mind the little differences that so often arise in our association with one another.” Ellen White in The Ministry of Healing, p. 485CR 153.5

Reflect: What role does prayer play in your ability to handle conflict in a Christ-like manner?CR 153.6