Breaking the Destructive Cycle of Conflict

When personal conflict escalates, do you demand justice or pursue peace? Matthew 5 reveals the inescapable cycle of bitterness. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller provides the timely, sacrificial choices that restore broken relationships. Discover why choosing to settle early is the only way to experience our heavenly Father's healing. This is part three of the sermon, "Anger In The Heart." This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://livinghopeoffer.net or call us at 1-800-215-5001. 00:00 – Settle Quickly: The prompt strategy required to stop a dispute. 00:44 – The Healing Spiral: Stepping into a supernatural cycle of peace. 01:28 – The Father's Heart: Why God didn't wait for a perfect, formal apology. 04:43 – The Image-Bearer: How to view our adversaries through an eternity's eyes. 08:35 – The Illusion of Vengeance: Trusting God to settle every score. 11:53 – The Forgiveness Test: The mark you've truly forgiven.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Dr. Philip Miller is the 17th Senior Pastor of The Moody Church. He is the featured speaker on "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," with programs broadcasting on 700 outlets in the U.S. He and his wife Krista live in Chicago with their four children. Pastor Philip is passionate about proclaiming God's Word, cultivating healthy ministry, and investing in future leaders. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/