Conflict Managment Flashcards
Conflict is…
Inevitable and it will be encountered t some point in our lives
It might be major or minor
Proverbs 17:1
Better is a dry crust of bread with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting strife.
What creates conflict?
Imposing our ideas and feelings on others
Resisting the attempts of others to impose their ideas or feelings upon us
How does God deal with Moses in their conflict as recorded in Exodus 3:7-4:17?
God answered each and everyone of Moses’ questions with solutions
What is the difference between the perspective of God and Moses?
God: centered on the needs of His people
Moses: his memory of what transpired prior the present moment
What do most people think about conflict?
Most people think that conflict is unusual and that it is always destructive
What does Chinese word conflict translates to?
Two symbols: danger, opportunity
What is one question we can ask ourselves when dealing with conflict?
In the entire span of eternity, how important is this issue?
What can block our ability to see other people’s needs?
Our emotions such as anger and frustration
Are conflicts bad?
No
What options do we have when dealing with conflict?
Avoiding it (be wise in deciding what conflict you avoid)
Talking around the issue (you’re not willing to face conflict head on)
Facing it head on (bathe yourself in prayer)
