Sometimes conflict comes about because we let small, generic problems take root in our lives. When we focus only on ourselves, our rights, and our needs, we tend to have lots of relational conflict. And as long as we continue to look inward, we will continue to have unresolved conflicts. The key to conflict resolution is to learn how to let God be God over all aspects of your life. As you learn to focus on God instead of on yourself, you will learn to heal your relationships through His love and grace. Today, discover how to fight “a fair fight in faith” with these 10 tips.

"Fighting, Jesus Style" by J.D. Greear

Pray
I don’t know why, but often I find myself becoming enraged with anger and bitterness. God, I know that this is not how You want me to be. I pray that Your peace and forgiveness will flow into this conflict and bring about resolution.

Reflect
Do I have conflict in my relationships because I’m not getting what I want?

Respond
Instead of focusing on your rights and needs, focus on God. Then begin using the 10 tips for fighting “Jesus style” as shared in today’s message.

When you let God be the focus of everything you do, you can’t help but act in a way that honors Him and lifts others up—even in the midst of conflict. This is good, because conflict has a way of popping up over and over again! Our next post explores what you can do when unresolved issues cause recurring conflicts.