Peacemaker, The: Handling Conflict without Fighting Back or Running Away [Paperback]

Kevin Johnson (Author), Ken Sande (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2008

Every church has conflicts--within families, in the congregation, and out in the world. Attorney Ken Sande, president of Peacemaker Ministries, has put together a theology for conflict resolution. Biblically based, it is full of godly wisdom and practical suggestions that are easily applied to any relationship needing reconciliation. His years of experience will strengthen your confidence and authority as you stand in the gap as a peacemaker.

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Sooner or later, conflict will come. But how you handle it makes all the difference.

You might be dealing with a bully at school, parents who just won't see things your way, a coach who has it in for you, or some other conflict; it's a part of life you can't escape. The good news is that God cares about your struggles and gives you powerful truths in his Word. Practice his way of handling issues and you can start turning frustrating conflicts into opportunities to grow closer to others and to him. You'll learn:

• When to defend your rights
• When to forgive
• How to strike bargains
• When you should (and shouldn't!) let it go
• How to admit wrongs

In a world full of conflict, God wants to involve you in making peace. This book shows you how to approach conflict in any situation in a way that will change your relationships--and your life.

"Conflict is a part of life. What makes this book so important is that Ken and Kevin understand that resolving conflict is not simply a skill that can be taught. It's how we live out the reality of the gospel in our own lives."--Bob Lepine, cohost, FamilyLife Today

"The Peacemaker Student Edition has life-changing and freedom-giving potential for young and old alike."--Randy Alcorn, author, Heaven, The Grace and Truth Paradox, and Safely Home

"A must read for all students. Not only does this book teach God's way of handling conflict, it is useful in building confidence and leadership by example."--Joel C. Hunter, senior pastor, Northland--A Church Distributed, Orlando, Florida

About the Author

Ken Sande is president of Peacemaker Ministries and author of the bestselling The Peacemaker. He regularly conciliates business, family, and church disputes and serves as a consultant to pastors and attorneys as they work to resolve conflicts outside of the courtroom. Sande conducts seminars on biblical conflict resolution through the United States and lives in Billings, Montana.

Kevin Johnson is the bestselling author or co-author of more than fifty books and Bible products for kids, youth, and adults. With a background as a youthworker, editor, and teaching pastor, he now pastors Emmaus Road Church in metro Minneapolis, where he lives with his wife, Lyn, and three growing children. Learn more at kevinjohnsonbooks.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Baker Books; Student/Stdy Gde edition (April 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801045355
• ISBN-13: 978-0801045356
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #272,034 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy, read it, apply it, November 10, 2008

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This review is from: Peacemaker, The: Handling Conflict without Fighting Back or Running Away (Paperback)

I cannot say enough good about this book. Conflict is a normal, sometimes beneficial part of everyday life and practically every relationship. How we deal with it has a huge impact on our lives and everyone around us. The companion DVD series is also outstanding and a great idea for using with a group that wants to start dealing with conflict in a better way. Buy this book, read it, share it, apply it!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very useable!, August 29, 2010

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This review is from: Peacemaker, The: Handling Conflict without Fighting Back or Running Away (Kindle Edition)

This book is the youth version of Peacemaker, by Ken Sande. What I like most about this book is that it gives youth hands on tangable information on how to deal directly with conflict. It gives different senerios for youth with realistic examples, something that might happen in their everyday lives. The information for the most part is solid, easy to read but harder to apply and faith based. (meaning you have to be ready to do something about the conflict in your life) There were just a few things I did not agree with as far as theology, but still feel it is a great book and you will need to read it for yourself. There is an amazing chart/drawing in the first chapter and while you are in conflict you can see exactly where you are on the chart. It breaks down your responsibility in the conflict and how to deal with others you are in the conflict with, you can be Peacebreaker, Peacemaker or Peacefaker. This ministry can be found on the web and has an adult version and a childrens version.