Sermons on Avoiding Conflicts:

Family Practice Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022

Conflict isn't bad. Conflict is part of life. But there are constructive ways of dealing with conflict, ways that destroy families and communities, and destructive ones.

Early in my pastoral career a nearby hospital released a 7-week-old baby to her homeless, drug-addicted mother even though the child was at severe risk of pulmonary arrest. The hospital provided the mother with an apnea monitor to warn her if the baby stopped breathing while asleep, and trained her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resolving Conflict In A Godly Way

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025

Resolving conflict in a godly way is not always easy, but it is vital for maintaining the health and unity of the church and our personal relationships.

RESOLVING CONFLICT IN A GODLY WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 15:1, Colossians 3:13, James 1:19-20, Romans 12:18 INTRODUCTION: Conflict is a natural part of human interaction. Even within the church, where love and unity are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Avoid Over Reactions To Situations

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 3, 2004

We live in an age when people are easily provoked toward anger or fear. However, the Bible teaches us: "A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense." Here are ten guidelines to help us avoid over reacting to irritations.

Avoiding Over Reactions to Situations (Proverbs 19:11) We live in an age when people are easily provoked toward anger or fear. However, the Bible teaches us: "A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense." Here are ten guidelines to help us avoid over reacting to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Handling Offences And Conflicts In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 8, 2025

Jesus acknowledged that offences would come, but He also gave us practical steps for dealing with them. Ministry is about relationships—between us and God, and between us and others. If these relationships are not properly maintained, the work of God can be hindered.

HANDLING OFFENCES AND CONFLICTS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:18, James 1:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Offences and conflicts are inevitable in life, and especially within ministry. When people of different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 30. The Avoidance Of Oaths James 5:12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned.

Text Lesson 30. James 5:12 (NIV) Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned. Commentary on James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 15, 2026

This is the 18th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#18] THE VALUE OF INTEGRITY Proverbs 11:1-13 Introduction: Today, we are looking into what it really means to live with integrity- Something that goes beyond just telling the truth. In a World full of shortcuts, fake appearances, and quick gains, integrity is about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Shall We Serve? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

Emphasizes the importance of consciously choosing to serve Christ over worldly desires, and the transformative power of committing to God.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space, this hallowed ground where hearts are mended, spirits lifted, and lives transformed. We gather here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because our loving God, in His infinite wisdom and grace, has called us together to hear His Word, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Topics: Avoiding Worship, Christ

Wise Up About Conflict Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 4, 2002

Six steps to applying God’s wisdom to relationship conflicts.

When the first Lord of the Rings movie came out--The Fellowship of the Ring--my 12 year old son begged me to take him to see it. So we went; not just once, but twice. Since I’d never read the J. R. Tolkien books, my son had to explain parts of the movie to me as the story unfolded. As I watched, I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:17, Proverbs 27:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Interest In Interests - Sermon On Philippians 2:4 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 1, 2023

God commands us to live in peace with one another. But what do you do when there is an impasse?

Introduction “Hey look, here they come again. Wow. I’m surprised they came back after how they got treated last time. But … now it looks like there’s more of them … a lot more. And look down there. Oh man, there are hundreds of them. And this time they have swords! Oh boy. Quick, go run and tell ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4

Hard Sayings: How To Accept Them

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 21, 2024

The problem with “nice” religion is that it isn’t religion at all, and today’s three Scriptural passages are proof of that reality.

Nineteenth Sunday in Course 2024 Hard Sayings There’s a very popular opinion about religion, and I think you may be already aware of it. Folks often think that religion ought to be “nice.” In other words, religion should make you feel good about yourself, first, and then, if possible, about other ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69, Ephesians 5:21-32, Psalm 34:2-3, Psalm 34:16-21, Joshua 24:1-2, Joshua 24:15-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

How To Avoid Playing Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 25, 2001

We need to be people who have control of our tongues. We need to be people who willingly care for the less fortunate. And we need to be people who clean up our acts whenever the need arises.

How To Avoid Playing Church James 1:26-27 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 28, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to be studying James 1:26-27. Over the last couple of weeks we’ve looked at how we can avoid fooling ourselves about our spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: *other

The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 2, 2020

In the second half of Romans 14, Paul challenges the Christians at Rome to not put any stumbling blocks in front of other believers, but to do only what leads to building others up.

A. The story is told of a rabbi was at odds with his congregation. 1. The president of the synagogue said, “Rabbi, we must have a conference to settle this dispute once and for all.” 2. So the rabbi, the president and the ten elders met together to discuss the issue, but the rabbi soon discovered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 21, 2011

2 of 3. James revealed the solution for conflict within the local church body. There is a known cure for conflict within the local church. But how is it challenged? The cure for church conflict is challenged by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate attention enters & ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Conflict On Your Team Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 18, 2006

If we’re going to be at peace with God, we must be at peace with one another.

Surviving Conflict Series (Part 1 of 3) (Sermon concept & some content from Rick Stacy) Surviving Conflict on Your Team Matt. 5:22-26 Sept. 17, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Opening Illustration B "But I say to you that everyone who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

8. Handling Conflict With Christians Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 16, 2006

All Christians should be willing to be wronged rather than engage in public litigation to protect their rights when in conflict with other Christians.

OBJECTIVES: The hearer will be instructed on how to respond when in conflict with other believers. The hearer will be motivated to choose the way of meekness in order to bring glory to the name of Christ. INTRO: My friend Jeff Hartwell is a chiropractor in Oregon. He and his wife are also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational