Conference Call: an opportunity to resolve conflict in relationships in a true Come To Jesus meeting

Relationships: How a True “Come-To-Jesus” Meeting Solves Conflict

Conflict, Conflict, Devotionals, Relationships, The Cultivator

Jessica, an operations manager, had an unresolved issue with a vendor and knew she must address the conflict. “It’s time for a ‘Come-To-Jesus Meeting,’” she told her staff.  Jessica’s team had seen their boss in action and knew what that term meant: the vendor would be on the receiving end of a blunt confrontation. Would it be…

water bottle: focus on the issue at hand during the conflict, not on personal attacks

Conflict Resolution in a Water Bottle

Conflict, Conflict, Devotionals

The church board was at an impasse in their budget discussions. “But this community needs a gymnasium now,” said Dan. “And our church has resources to build one.” “We’re about missions,” Rachel snapped back, glaring at him. “Two years ago, we voted to fund five missionaries to Mexico. Have you forgotten?” Frustration escalated. Barbs tossed…