Are you confused about conflict? You are not alone.
As Christians, we are expected to love and show kindness to everyone.
But this doesn’t mean that we should always go along with what they say.
Quite the opposite, actually.
Conflict is a normal part of relationships.
And having genuine arguments is a good thing.
They allow us to see situations from different angles and come closer to one another.
Conflict becomes problematic, however, when it is not handled properly.
This is when it causes a lot of stress and discomfort.
That’s why I want to give you an easy way to approach conflict…
So that both parties always derive some benefit from it.
One of the key principles is to listen actively to the other person’s perspective.
This means truly trying to understand their point of view, without interrupting or becoming defensive.
When we listen to others, we show respect for their opinions and walk one step closer toward resolution.
Another important principle is to speak the truth in love.
We should always be honest with others.
But we must do so in a way that is loving and kind.
If you are used to avoiding conflict, I understand.
When I was in high school, or even my first few semesters in college, I would also try to escape heated arguments, thinking that was the right thing to do.
But this slowly got me into bad situations, that could have been avoided if I chose to argue with the people around me.
Conflict exists to solve problems.
And there is nothing wrong with arguing with respect and love.
I understand that it can be very difficult, sometimes even awkward in the beginning.
But we should remember that God is on our side.
And that we can always pray for guidance and wisdom.
God will always aid us in navigating conflict in a healthy way that honors Him.
So instead of running away from it, let’s embrace it and evolve our relationships.
Do You Make This Mistake In Your Relationships?
As Christians, we are often taught to show love to the people around us.
And that’s a delightful way to live.
By following God’s Will, we make the world a finer place.
And we assist others in staying on the right path.
But sometimes, we forget something essential.
When we focus too much on others, we sometimes neglect to extend the same kindness to ourselves.
I used to make that mistake in the past.
I went above and beyond to assist everyone else, but I wouldn’t show the same love toward myself.
And this kept me stressed and pressured.
But I was the one who put that pressure on myself.
It took me a long time to realize that I should treat myself like I treated my loved ones.
With empathy, understanding, and compassion.
When I started doing that, my stress began to melt away.
And my mental health recovered.
I want to make sure that you are not making the same mistake.
Remember, our Heavenly Father loves us unconditionally, and we are deserving of that same love.
In the words of the apostle Paul, “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience” (Colossians 3:12).
When we show ourselves compassion and grace, we follow Jesus’ example.
Jesus understands our struggles and is patient with us, so we should also be patient with ourselves.
Showing ourselves kindness should be taught in every school and every church.
It strengthens our faith and improves our health.
Practicing self-compassion and self-love can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
And it is something that too many people struggle with nowadays.
Treating ourselves kindly allows our minds to relax, making it easier to manage stress and maintain emotional equilibrium.
By giving ourselves permission to make mistakes, we enable personal growth and resilience.
My fellow Christians, let us strive to treat ourselves with love and kindness, just as our Heavenly Father treats us.
As we do so, we will experience a deepening of our faith, as well as a profound improvement in our health and well-being.
Remember, you are just as worthy of love as anyone else.
The Christian Tech-Nerd 