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Put human beings together and conflict is inevitable whether we are talking about the family, the church, or politics. The Bible puts it this way: “Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Do you think they just happen? Think again. They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it…You lust for what you don’t have and are willing to kill to get it. You want what isn’t yours and will risk violence to get your hands on it” (James 4:1-2 MSG). Given our human nature conflict is in inevitable.
“Blessed are the peacemakers,
— Matthew 5:9 (NKJV)
For they shall be called sons of God.”
Lord Jesus, help us to be peacemakers, preferring others above ourselves. Amen.