Not Fair!: How to Fight like a Christian | Lakeside Light Podcast

Sermon Series: Part 1 of 3Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026 Worship: 11:00 a.m. Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20 Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. UmphresBio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurchDescriptionWhat does Christian love look like when relationships become difficult?This week's message explores Romans 13:8–14 and Matthew 18:15–20, two passages that challenge us to take love seriously—not simply as an emotion, but as a way of living with one another.Paul reminds us that love fulfills God's law. Jesus gives his followers a practical approach to conflict, calling us to address problems directly, listen to one another, and seek restoration within the community.These passages remind us that Christian community doesn't mean we will never disagree. It means we have a different way of responding when disagreement happens.ScriptureRomans 13:8–14 Matthew 18:15–20Questions for ReflectionWhat does it mean to truly love our neighbor?How do we respond when someone has hurt us?Can we disagree without destroying our relationships?What is the difference between confrontation and reconciliation?How can we speak truth while remaining people of love and grace?What does it mean to remember that Christ is present when we gather?Key TakeawayChristian love is not passive. Love gives us the courage to seek truth, reconciliation, forgiveness, and restoration.Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Podcast. This is a copyrighted production of Lakeside Presbyterian Church. You can find out more information about us at lakesidechurch.org.