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THE SEVEN A's OF CONFESSION
(Matt 7:3-5; 1 John 1:8-9; Prov 28:13)
- Address everyone involved.
- Avoid, "if, but or maybe:.
- Admit specifically.
- Acknowledge the hurt.
- Accept the consequences
- Alter your behavior
- Ask for forgiveness
THE FOUR PROMISES OF FORGIVENESS
(Matt 6:12; 1 Cor 13:15; Eph 4:32)
- I will not dwell on this incident.
- I will not bring this incident up and use it against you.
- I will not talk to others about this incident.
- I wll not allow this incident to stand between us or hinder our personal relationship.
THE "PAUSE" PRINCIPLE OF NEGOTIATING
(Phil 2:3-4; Matt 7:12)
- Prepare
- Affirm relationships
- Understand interests
- Search for creative solutions
- Evaluate options objectively and reasonably
BUILDING A CULTURE OF PEACE IN YOUR CHURCH
(Acts 2:42-47; Phil 1:27; 1 Pet 5:2-3; Deut 1:9-18)
- Passion for the gospel
- Pastoral leadership
- Peacemaking theology
- Practical assistance
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