“A man of understanding is of a calm spirit.” Proverbs 17:27. Quarrels among believers in Jesus Christ bring dishonor to Him. They create wounds in our brothers and sisters, leaving scars. How much better it is when we speak gentle words of peace, not angry words of strife. Two cannot quarrel when one will not.
“From now on, we regard no one according to the flesh.” II Corinthians 5:16 The first-century church, like ours today, was often fractured by divisions based on race, language, and culture. Paul wrote to the followers of Jesus in Corinth to help them respond to those who were more concerned with outward appearance than with what is […]
“First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” Matthew 5:24. In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus taught that the problem of human estrangement is so serious that we should even interrupt our worship to go on a personal mission of reconciliation. The Master encouraged His followers to be reconciled with one […]