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Awkward Church | Awkward Conversations || Filmore Bouldes

Awkward Church: Awkward Conversations In this final message from the Awkward Church series, we talk about something most people avoid but desperately need: difficult conversations. We all want deep relationships and real community—but those things are impossible without learning how to handle conflict. Jesus says in Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers.” Not peacekeepers—peacemakers. Peace doesn’t just happen; it requires intentional effort. It means stepping into tension and bringing restoration where things are broken. In Joshua 22, a misunderstanding nearly led to war between the tribes of Israel. Instead of letting assumptions divide them, they chose a better way—and it changed everything. First, ask before you assume. Much of our conflict starts with incomplete information and wrong conclusions. Peacemakers choose clarity over assumption. Second, go to the person, not around them. Instead of talking about people, we’re called to talk to them. As Jesus teaches in Matthew 18:15, real peace begins with honest, direct conversation. Third, respond with gentleness. When wrongly accused, the tribes didn’t escalate—they responded with humility. Scripture reminds us that a gentle answer turns away wrath. What almost became war turned into worship. Their peace became their witness. Ultimately, this points to Jesus—the true Peacemaker. While we were separated from God, He stepped in and made peace through the cross. Because of Him, we can experience peace with God—and pursue peace with others. So the question is simple: What conversation are you avoiding? The peace you want may be on the other side of it. Scripture References: Matthew 5:9 Joshua 22:10–34 Matthew 18:15 James 1:19 Romans 12:18 Proverbs 15:1 John 17:20–21 Keywords: Onechurch, Filmore Bouldes, difficult conversations, Christian conflict resolution, biblical peacemaking, Matthew 5:9, handling conflict biblically, healthy communication, church relationships, Awkward Church series, resolving conflict, peacemakers Join Us This Sunday Plan a Visit (Seattle, WA) → https://www.onechurchnw.co/visit Next Steps → https://www.onechurchnw.co/pathway Give → https://www.onechurchnw.co/give Follow Along Instagram →   / onechurchnw   TikTok →   / onechurchnw