Currently, we attempt to settle conflict by dehumanizing our opponents or deemphasizing our disagreements. Neither approach works, so let’s try God’s way.

This is especially important in the lead up to the 2020 election, which is a perfect storm of competing worldviews, incivility and critical concerns about the American future. And this political maelstrom has whipped through the church as well. So, how should Christians handle disagreements and especially political disgreements? Here’s a roadmap from the Apostle Paul in Romans 14.

Key Takeaways/Outline

  • Fully Persuaded, not Fashionably Tolerant
  • God Counts, so Stop Counting
  • Don’t Be Weak, be Awake
  • Get Along by Being Strong