In this positive and practical book, Gavin Ortlund looks to the Scriptures to discover a way in which to disagree with others that leads to greater understanding, peace and love―and that shows a watching world something of Jesus.
This is a much-message in a society that is needed the ability to disagree well. Whether over politics, religion, culture, or the more everyday issues of normal life, points of view tend to be held with a polarizing intensity. Too often we view disagreements as must-win contests or we simply do our best to avoid them altogether.
Looking to Jesus' example of courage and kindness, readers will be given a framework for engaging in intense disagreements with a love that furthers relationships instead of hindering them.
So, whether you tend to fight or flee, learn how to keep calm and stay friends―even when you disagree.
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In this positive and practical book, Gavin Ortlund draws on Scripture to offer a way of dealing with disagreements that leads to better understanding, peace and love — and reveals something of Jesus to the world that is watching us.
This message is more than necessary in a society that is losing the ability to manage disagreements effectively. Whether on political, religious, cultural, or everyday issues, opinions are often defended with divisive intensity. Too often, we see disagreements as battles to be won… or we do everything we can to avoid them.
Looking to Jesus' example of courage and kindness, this book offers a framework for entering into intense disagreements with a love that strengthens relationships instead of breaking them.
So, whether you tend to fight or flee, learn to stay calm and preserve friendship — even in the face of disagreement.
ISBN: 9781802541403