Sermons on Resolving Conflict:

Biblical Wisdom For Choosing A Marriage Partner For A Healthy Family Life. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, and choosing the right partner is crucial for a happy and healthy family life.

Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, and choosing the right partner is crucial for a happy and healthy family life. The Bible offers valuable guidance on selecting a suitable spouse, warning us against marrying someone unfit for family life. In this Sermon, we'll explore biblical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15, Proverbs 31:10-31, Ephesians 5:33

10 Commandments #6: Let There Be Life! Series

Contributed by Florita King on Jun 6, 2019

How many families do you know who are destroyed by violence and anger and bitterness. There may not be a physical murder but many of us can attest to families who emotionally murder each other, spreading seeds of resentment that often poisons the current and future generations.

LET THERE BE LIFE Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families - Part 6 Exodus 20:13 Were in Part 6 in the series “Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families.” Exodus 20:13 is very simple, just four words: "You shall not murder." Some of you are saying, we can skip this one. Probably ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Ambassadors With Contradictions

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 3, 2001

We live with contradictory feelings about many things, including our church. We do not get the gift of reconciliation fully until there is conflict, but God wants to give the gift of reconciliation now, if we will accept it.

Church, some say, should be a place of peace. Church should be a place where we can come after a week of dealing with conflicts, fears, and doubts, and find peace. I was told we don’t want conflict at church. And I do understand. I do understand why, when we come to the hour of worship, we want ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-20, 2 Corinthians 6:2-10

Denomination: Baptist

How Big Is Your Gospel?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 22, 2015

Is your gospel big enough to permit you to work together, maintaining the unity of the Faith? Or is your gospel so small that you must prevail in every dispute?

“I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.” [1],[2] We do not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

Part four of this five part series on marriage focuses on how to handle conflict based on the Gottman Institute identifocation of the Four Horsemen that can destroy a marriage. I highly recommend everyone to visit their website for resources for addressing marital conflicts.

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Scripture: First Peter 3:7; Matthew 5:22-24; Ephesians 4:26-27 Good morning Strangers Rest. This is part four of my series on marriage. The title of today’s message “The Four Horsemen” and I will be focusing on when we face conflict within our marriage. In part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Matthew 5:22-24, Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peacemaking: The Sign Of Divine Parentage Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

Peacemakers are blessed because they accurately reflect the Father’s heart. Making peace with God, with others, and for others.

Living in the Father’s Favor Peacemaking: The Sign of Divine Parentage Intro: The 1st 3 Beatitudes dealt w/ how we ENTER the kingdom of God: v. 3 Humbleness [poor in spirit]; v. 4 Brokenness [mourn]; v. 5 Meekness [meek] -The next 3 dealt w/ how we EXPRESS the kingdom of God: v. 6 A New attitude ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Traits Of A Strong Christian SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A Strong Christian is: 1. Positive under pressure. 2. Sensitive to the needs of others. 3. A peacemaker, not a troublemaker. 4. Patient. 5. Prayerful.

A Spiritually Mature Christian is someone who exhibits certain characteristics. These characteristics include being positive under pressure, being sensitive to the needs of others, being a peacemaker, being patient, and being prayerful. Spiritual maturity is not determined by age, appearance, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Topics: Character

Drawing Strength From God To Counter Conflicts

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012

Conflicts are part of everyone's life. What is God's ways of dealing with them?

Drawing Strength from God to Manage Conflict Our this month’s theme is “Countering Conflict God’s Way”. The first thing that comes to mind when we think about this topic is the word conflict. Do we have conflicts in life? Wow!! What a question. Let me ask it in a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter's Conflict With The Religious Leaders Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 16, 2020

Any progress in the Christian life will face opposition

Peter's conflict with the religious leaders Acts 4:1-22 1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, 2 being grieved that they taught the people, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Conflict In Israel And The Impending Invasion From The North Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 13, 2023

We are living in a world that is growing ever more chaotic without any real solution or leadership to the problems we’re facing. Immediately before his return as like the days of Noah and times when there would be wars and rumours of war.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are living in a world that is growing ever more chaotic without any real solution or leadership to the problems we’re facing. Jesus said this would be the case, as he talked about the days immediately before his ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

Kingdoms In Conflict (Christ The King Sunday 2021)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 19, 2021

Our text today, poses the question “How can God’s kingdom come on earth in the midst of conflict?” If Jesus is the King of all kings, and He is, then why does it appear that His never ending kingdom is in danger?

KINGDOMS IN CONFLICT Text: John 18: 33- 37 John 18:33-37  Then Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, "Are you the King of the Jews?"  (34)  Jesus answered, "Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?" ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Understanding The Battle Within: A Look At Spiritual Conflict SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

What is Spiritual Warfare

There was once a boxer who was being beaten in the ring by his opponent. Blow after blow left him with a bloody nose, swollen eyes, and immense pain. The boxer's trainer tried to encourage him, but the boxer knew the reality of the battle he was engaged in. Similarly, as Christians, we are involved ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Spiritual Conflict, Bible Study

Which Will We Choose? Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003

Abram and Lot make different choices that reflect on their spiritual lives.

Genesis 13 March 23, 2003 She’d cut off her nose to spite her face. I used to laugh when my mother would use that expression to describe someone who was so vindictive that they didn’t even care if they got hurt as long as the other person got what was coming to them. I say I used to laugh ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Selflessness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 4, 2015

Authentic relationships are enhanced when I yield my rights in order to prevent unnecessary fights

For the past several years, we’ve spent some time around Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to do some topical preaching on the family. And in a culture that is increasingly pressuring us to abandon what the Bible teaches about the family, that teaching is more needed than ever. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Preserving The Union

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 23, 2020

Paul urged the Corinthian church to preserve their unity in Christ at all costs. We learn from him to work quickly through conflict, appreciate our differences, and know what unites us.

1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Preserving the Union If you ever find a perfect church, join it, and it will no longer be perfect! And if you ever feel bad about the state of your church or the state of the church in America today, just read the Bible book of 1 Corinthians! These folks had lots of problems, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Psalm 133:1, Romans 14:19, Romans 12:18, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist