How do I handle conflict as a Christian?
Quick answer
Go directly and humbly to the person involved, speak truth in love, listen, and seek reconciliation — following Jesus' instructions in Matthew 18 and Paul's call to peace.
Jesus said: "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone." Direct, private conversation is first.
Speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15) — not avoiding hard truths, but framing them with care.
Listen before judging. Pray. If needed, bring in another wise believer. Reconciliation, not winning, is the goal.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06-07. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.