Straight From The Heart - Chapter 9 Appendixes
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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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