Conflict+Criticism
Do you feel like you can't escape conflict sometimes? Or have you been criticized as a leader and could use some encouragement? The Bible is a surprisingly practical source for how to stay strong when friction surrounds you.
A prayer for you: Jesus, thank you for enduring such harsh criticism, and for giving up your life for my sake. Please help me courageously do what you have called me to do, despite my own critics and the people who discourage me. Give me grace to love like you loved, to lead like you led, and to respond the way you did in all circumstances. Amen.
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