Straight From The Heart

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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 relationsh.i.p.s

- 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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