Life Hinges On These Conversations: Here's What they Are & How to Navigate Them

Ridley Barron and Dan Sanchez engage in a candid conversation on the importance of confronting challenging situations and behaviors with positivity, empathy, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Drawing on biblical teachings and personal experiences, they delve into the nuances of crucial conversations, church discipline, and the impact of avoiding conflict resolution. Join us as we navigate the complexities of confrontation and discover the transformative power of seeking restoration and reconciliation within the church and beyond.

Links to Books Mentioned:

• 9 Marks of a Healthy Church: https://www.amazon.com/Nine-Marks-Healthy-Church-9Marks/dp/1433578115/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RXN39ULNTHMN&keywords=nine+marks+of+a+healthy+church+by+mark+dever&qid=1701878336&s=books&sprefix=nine+marks+of+a+he%2Cstripbooks%2C68&sr=1-1

• How to Win Friends & Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FQT1KGXMMR2Y&keywords=how+to+win+friends+and+influence+people&qid=1701876921&s=books&sprefix=how+to+win+fr%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1

• Crucial Conversations: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Tools-Talking-Stakes/dp/1260474186/ref=sr_1_1?crid=352O4RGMDG1US&keywords=crucial+conversations&qid=1701876955&s=books&sprefix=crucial+conversations%2Cstripbooks%2C82&sr=1-1

Timestamps:

00:00 Podcast discusses conflict resolution and pursuing like-mindedness.

03:44 Resolve conflicts through a series of steps.

09:38 Healthy churches have strong system of accountability.

12:32 Facing conflict head-on, using prayer, seeking resolution.

16:23 Caution in being too formulaic, dependent on circumstances.

17:28 Back off when conversations turn unproductive.

23:18 Address family struggles in open, loving conversation.

24:42 Self-examination is key before addressing hurt.

28:43 Recommended books for healthy church and relationships.