Here are the thoughts from yesterday's topic. The Bible passage we looked at is is 1 Peter chapter 3, verses 8-12

1) Embrace the inner qualities for getting along. Vs 8 “harmony”

· Sympathy- is there someone I need to be supportive and understanding towards?

· Brotherly love – Is there someone I need to love even if they’re hard to be around?

· Compassion – Is there someone I need to soften my heart towards?

· Humble minded – Am I willing to admit when I’m wrong, or when I need help?

2) Break the cycle of conflict Vs 9 “repay…blessing”

Is there a situation in which I need to do right even though the other person is doing wrong?

3) Follow the three “musts” for experiencing God’s good life. Vs 10-11 “must… love life….good days

· We must watch our words “keep tongue from evil”

James 1:19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry

· We must rethink our responses “turn from evil”

· We must monitor our motives “seek peace”