Handling Disputes Among Believers

1 Corinthians 6:1-11

6/30/24
What do we do WHEN we have been offended? We have options! 1) Let anger get the best of us, 2) Put up walls around us, or 3) Stand firm in love. God’s word speaks to all aspects of life, and the people of Corinth would not let go of the “old life.” The writer gives us challenging words to live by.

The people of that day had some misunderstandings when they faced conflict or an offense.
-The place of God’s people
-The right attitude toward one another
-The right attitude toward lost people

Action Points:
Forgiveness IS the practice of the believer, so how does a Christian forgive?
Seek peace even at a cost (Matthew 5:9)
Ask Jesus for help (Hebrews 4:15)
Rejoice when facing a trial (James 1:2-3)
Practice the “one another’s” (love, serve, encourage)
Pray for your enemies for 30 consecutive days (Matthew 5:44)
Seek wise counsel (Proverbs 15:22)
Be willing to receive correction (Proverbs 15:31)
Be active in loving them (1 Corinthians 13:4-8)
See this as an opportunity to disciple (Ephesians 6:12-14)
Settle matters quickly (Matthew 5:25)
Encourage yourself (Isaiah 30:6)
Don’t grow weary of doing good (Galatians 6:9)
Turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39)