Review: Poisonous People

Beware: Controllers; Condemners; Consumers (want all the benefits without any investments)

When is confrontation appropriate?

Ask the Holy Spirit: Time for acceptance (irritation, aggravation) or loving confrontation? (distress, disorder, pain)

Pray for wisdom, understanding, self-control [before, during, after] confrontation.

Build a bridge: Romans 12:18

Set a right tone and keep it (Proverbs 15:1; Proverbs 17:14; Proverbs 26:20)

Express Value: appropriate relationship

Address concerns: avoid attack; stick to issue.

AFFIRM

REMEMBER: Relationships are more valuable than victories. Redemption can come out of brokenness. If dissolution becomes necessary, do so with respect. Take the High Road so that regret doesn’t steal your peace. (Gentle but firm)