Assignment:
Overview
Main idea: True conflict resolution and reconciliation is borne first in forgiveness.
Dr. Henry Cloud summarizes the power of forgiveness as a way to set boundaries that "unhook" us from hurtful people and situations, freeing us to act responsibly.
While we study everything from styles, patterns, and the very nature of conflict, true conflict resolution and restoration begins when we forgive. Jesus had a lot to say about the power and importance of forgiveness. In fact, He made it clear that we are to forgive much because we have been forgiven much.
To study conflict without considering forgiveness is to leave a dangerous gap in how we process our communicative responsibility. Forgiveness is essential, but not always easy. It is here-on the subject of forgiveness-that we shift into one of the most valuable, if not the most valuable, aspect of our conversations on conflict.
INSTRUCTIONS
THE CHALLENGE: How would you advance the study and practice of conflict management?
THE AUDIENCE: Global thought-leaders on peace-keeping and conflict resolution. *Prepare your brief with this audience in mind.
THE BRIEF: Using the content found in the message "Learn How To Resolve Conflict & Restore Relationships" from Pastor Rick Warren and the readings from the previous week, propose a fresh theoretical perspective on conflict management that applies Bible truth in a way that works in the world. There are two parts to this brief. The final document should be 750 words (3 pages, not including a cover and reference page).
PART I: The Perspective (250 words)
1. Name your theory.
2. Provide a unique, working definition of it.
3. Identify and define 3 key tenets or supporting points for understanding how this perspective works in the world. These should be easy to understand in light of the definition.
a. State each tenet clearly.
b. Provide unique scriptural support for each one.
c. Translate the scripture into a statement that a non-believer can understand.
Part II: The Rationale (500 words)
Provide a brief rationale for your theory, explaining why it's important to the study of conflict management.
Current APA Style is required. A total of 5different sources should be cited and referenced in the brief:
• the course text
• the message
• two relevant scholarly journal articles published in the last three years
• the Bible.
Be sure to properly support your work with in-text citations.
SPECIAL NOTE: Use of first person is NOT permitted in this assignment.