Embracing Kindness and Understanding in Difficult Situations

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Crosswalk on how to deal with mean, cranky, and cantankerous people in your church.

1. First, expect it.
2. Don’t lose your cool.
3. Don’t fuel the fire.
4. Swallow your pride.
5. Play the “happy ignorance” card
6. Remember their brokenness
7. Shower them with kindness
8. Take a break
9. Pray for the person.
10. ALWAYS “Matthew 18” a conflict

Resources related to this podcast:

“10 Ways to Deal with Difficult People in Your Church” by Brittany Rust

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