August 10, 2008
Where the Administrative Buck Stops
LeRoy Lawson explains how elders and senior ministers can work together by understanding whether a church board is policy-focused or operational—and whether its minister is a leader or follower.
Articles for tag: Church Conflict
September 30, 2007
You Can Manage Conflict
Change can feel like progress to some and disruption to others. Learn how one rural congregation navigated rapid transitions, differing mind-sets, and unintended consequences while working to prevent and resolve conflict.
September 30, 2007
Four Seconds One Saturday
A long-awaited letter from church elders opens the way toward forgiveness, humility, and restored relationships, showing how the ministry of reconciliation can remake years of pain.
January 6, 2007
Leadership that Works
A leadership lesson from an elderly worshiper highlights why strong leaders handle problems so congregations can worship. The article outlines a shepherd’s responsibilities—lead, guide, feed, and protect—and calls church members to submit to spiritual leadership.
September 10, 2006
Preparing for Conflict and Sustaining Peace
Church peace is not the absence of trouble. This article equips leaders to prepare for disputes with humility, Matthew 18 wisdom, and practical steps that model reconciliation for the sake of the gospel.
September 10, 2006
Books for Christians Who Want to Be Peacemakers
A curated list of practical books for resolving personal conflict and navigating church conflict. These recommendations highlight biblical peacemaking, effective dialogue in high-stakes moments, and leadership tools for healthier congregations.
September 10, 2006
When It Was Better Not to Fight
A minister recounts a painful season of church conflict triggered by leadership burnout and false accusations. He shares hard-won strategies—silence, Scripture, trusted support, counseling, and perseverance—that helped him endure and ultimately move toward healing.
July 2, 2006
Collateral Damage
After decades of “worship wars,” Becky Ahlberg urges churches to stop wounding their own leaders through “friendly fire.” Before making staff changes, invest in development, check motives, and plan transitions that build up rather than tear down.
