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Test 8: How Well Do You Get Along with Others?

James 4:1-12

Pastor Joel Sutton - March 7, 2010

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Relational conflicts

It is simpler than you think. (vv. 1-2a)

Cause: Our sinful cravings.

 

It is worse than you think. (vv. 1-2a)

Serious: The horror of it!

 

It is deeper than you think. (vv. 2b-4)

Spiritual Price: A breach with God.

 

It is easier than you think.

The cure: Humility before God . . . (vv. 6-10)

  1. Give in to God.
  2. Get wise to Satan.
  3. Grow closer to God.
  4. Be willing to ask Forgiveness.

 

. . . then Humility toward others. (vv. 11-12)

 

Take Home Idea: Resolving conflict begins with humbling yourself before God.

 
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A Thought From God's Word:
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. [1 Corinthians 13:4-7]