Managing Conflict Creatively (30th Anniversary Edition)

<p class=p1><b>What does the Bible say about conflict resolution?<span class=Apple-converted-space> </span></b></p><p class=p2><br></p><p class=p1>Nobody likes conflict especially when both parties are “part of the same team.” Unresolved conflict can lead to missionary attrition but healthy conflict-resolution can be a wonderful growth opportunity leading to problem-solving and team-building.</p><p class=p2><br></p><p class=p1>In <i>Managing Conflict Creatively</i> Dr. Palmer first introduces the dynamics of conflict and the common styles of conflict management. After providing a Biblical background he then identifies types of conflict and how to develop conflict management skills specifically in cross-cultural situations. Lose your fear of conflict as you walk through case studies engage in discussion questions and learn to:</p><p class=p2><br></p><p class=p1></p><ul><li>Identify the stages of conflict and steps of healthy problem solving</li><li>Encourage healthy conflict resolution in its early stages</li><li>Identify your personal conflict style and the characteristics of an effective moderator</li><li>Overreact less amid conflict</li><li>Consciously choose a conflict-resolution style tailored to each situation</li><li>Disagree well and resolve conflicts and misunderstandings without harming your witness</li><li>Manage conflict in positive ways that foster growth and collaboration</li></ul><p></p><p class=p2><br></p><p class=p1>This manual is intended to serve as a teaching tool and a study guide for cross-cultural conflict management courses in Bible colleges mission organizations and churches. Thirty years after its original publication this practical Bible-centered approach to the dynamics of conflict and conflict management in cross-cultural situations remains relevant both abroad and in today’s hybrid cities.</p>