When earthly women come together for divine work, trouble is inevitable. While we prayerfully recruit, train, and shepherd teams, serving together brings human nature to the surface. Instead of crossing our fingers and hoping problems fade, leaders who navigate through trouble with a team member will enjoy a better team. With a simple plan of […]
3 Responses When You Feel Attacked
In an old Charlie Brown cartoon, Lucy declares, “I love humanity; its people I can’t stand.” Can you relate? Serving in ministry can no doubt be challenging. While it is fulfilling to see lives changed, it can also be discouraging to be up front when darts start flying. When you start feeling attacked or discouraged, […]
Tulle Tales: Conflict in Ministry
Once upon a time there was a ministry team that planned a very special event. They prayed and prepared and set up and decorated. They created the look and feel of a cozy coffee house, and a talented team added truly spectacular food. Everything was just right. With a couple of spare hours, the diligent […]
Conflict: God’s Way!
We don’t know if their trouble began over a serious doctrinal issue or what color napkin to use at the Fall Retreat. Their conflict affected the entire church. Euodia and Syntyche – the two disagreeing women in the church in Philippi – were both Jesus-loving, servant-minded believers, but they struggled to get along with each […]
Words of Grace
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” Ephesians 4:29, ESV Whether we initiate a conversation or respond, we should always speak with grace, considering the grace God has given us. Here […]
7 Biblical Steps to Resolving Conflict
Take the initiative to resolve the conflict. (Matthew 5:23-24; 18:15-17) Even if you think you were the one wronged. Talk face-to-face if possible or by phone. Don’t use email or text. Bring a non-biased mediator if she refuses to meet with you alone. Focus on goals bigger than your personal differences. (Eph 4:3, Philippians 3:12-14) […]
