Lesson
18 -The Disciple & Home Management –
Managing Conflicts II
Main
Text: Luke 15:11-32
Memory
Verse: James 5:16
Conflicts
can be found in all human relationships. The home is not exempted. When these
are managed well in the light of the word of God, peace and harmony prevail
leading to progress and prosperity. However, if conflicts are not well managed,
the love, peace, cooperation, progress and prosperity that should prevail in
the home are forfeited. It is therefore
the duty of a disciple of Christ to help resolve conflicts in the home.
·
Conflicts
in the home need to be resolved between:
o The
disciple and his spouse – Genesis 30:1-4
o The
disciple and his children – Luke 15: 20-24
o The disciple and his siblings – Luke 15:25-32
o The
disciple and his parents – Luke 15:11-15
o The
disciple and his house helps
o The
disciple and his master – Genesis 16:9
·
Conflicts
in the home are resolved peacefully when parties involved:
o Express
their true feelings in love –
o Humble
themselves under the guidance of the Holy Spirit --
o Recognize
that they are fallible no matter their status
o Genuinely
desire reconciliation and restitution
o Prepared
to apply and take discipline as may be appropriate – Hebrews 12:5-7
o Readily
accept their faults and render apology
o Are
ready to forgive one another from a sincere heart – Ephesians 4:1-3
o Seek
to glorify God through obedience to His word
·
Resolving
conflicts in the home is not an option; it is a responsibility
Points
For Discussion
1.
How do you feel when
you offend other members of your home?
2.
What do you do when you
have conflicts with members of your home?
3.
Why should Disciples of
Christ seek to resolve conflicts in the home?
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