Category Archives: attitudes of unity

Making a case for Christ among us

Posted on January 17, 2020 by

A few reminders about the attitudes that show Christ among us. Christ is visible when our fellowship is based on humble, loving, truth-telling relationships of mutual affection and honor. Continue reading →

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Path to legalism

Posted on August 29, 2019 by

Are you a legalist? Continue reading →

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When you feel like getting revenge

Posted on March 13, 2018 by

Seven responses when you feel like getting revenge.  Continue reading →

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Five resources on perspective, attitude and speech

Posted on April 26, 2017 by

Attitude is important in our relationships. Check out the following resources on perspective, attitude and speech. Continue reading →

Posted in Attitude, attitudes of unity, Communication, Counseling, Love, Marriage, marriage problems, Relationships, Speech, Wisdom | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

A closer look at accountability

Posted on April 29, 2016 by

What is accountability and how should we practice it in the local church? Is everyone accountable in the same way? Continue reading →

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13 red flags identifying antagonists

Posted on April 26, 2016 by

The 13 red flags provide training material for equipping Church leaders and members in discerning the presence of antagonistic people. Continue reading →

Posted in Antagonists, attitudes of unity, Church discipline, Church growth, Church Hoppers, Church Leadership, Church membership, Community, Conflict, Confrontation, covenant of membership, elders in the Church, Local Church, Unity, Wisdom | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

7 links worth seeing

Posted on April 23, 2016 by

US suicide rate increases; Why physics is not a discipline;… Continue reading →

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Overcome division with core values

Posted on November 6, 2015 by

Two areas of difference among believers that significantly disrupt unity are differences in giftedness and areas of service and differences of opinion on debatable matters. Continue reading →

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Reflections on the Spirit-filled life

Posted on February 2, 2014 by

Five reflections for individual believers and local Churches and three practical steps to take. Continue reading →

Posted in Attitude, attitudes of unity, Behavior, Christian Counselor, Christian life, Christianity, Church, Church membership, Community, Defeat?, Holy Spirit, Spirit filled, Spiritual growth, Spiritual transformation, Victory, Walking with God | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

5 motivations for protecting unity in

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

Disunity is an ongoing challenge for all people. The Church is no exception. Check out five important motivations for protecting unity. Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Attitude, attitudes of unity, Broken Relationships, Church Leadership, Church membership, Community, Conflict, Confrontation, Elders, elders in the Church, Fellowship, Life of a pastor, Local Church, Pastors, Radical love, Reconciliation, Unity, Witness | Tagged , , | 1 Comment