Protecting Your Church

Day Twenty-one
Thinking about My Purpose

Points to Ponder: It is my responsibility to protect the unity of my church.

Verse to Remember: "Let us concentrate on the things which make for harmony and the growth of our fellowship together" Romans 14:19 (Ph)

Question to Consider: What am I personally doing to protect unity in my church family right now?
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How to keep the unity in your Church family and among all believers?

• Focus on what we have in common, not our differences.
• Be realistic in your expectations.
• Choose to encourage rather than criticize.
• Refuse to listen to gossip.
• Practice God's method for conflict resolution.
  • Private confrontation as soon as possible.
  • Take one or two witnesses to help confirm the problem and reconcile the relationship.
  • Take it to the church.
• Support your pastor and leaders.