6/24 Dealing with Harmful Authorities in Following Jesus

There are only two methods given by Jesus to handle conflicts and harmful authorities.  Both ways are outlined in Matthew 18:21 onwards. 

Conflict will come; it’s unavoidable.  It is part of being a human being.  It’s how we handle that hurt that counts.

There are Seven Steps of Action you can take when you disagree with something an authority asked you to do:

1.  Check your own attitudes:

Make sure you are not just being stubborn and want your own way.   Let them know your willingness to do the right thing with their guidance.