One-to-One Diner Ministry to those relational conflicts 3.1.2025 Meeting of the Grace Christian Church
Understanding and Resolving Relational Conflict
Thank you for being here today during this challenging time. You’re not alone in wanting relationships free of conflict.
At its core, relational conflict is a spiritual issue that requires a spiritual solution. While worldly advice can help temporarily, it doesn’t address the root cause. The only true solution is having Christ at the center of a relationship—whether it’s marriage, friendship, family, or church relationships.
The Root of the Problem
The Bible teaches that when Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, they became spiritually disconnected from God. As a result, all people are born with unmet spiritual needs—love, acceptance, value, worth, and significance—that were once fulfilled by God. Instead of turning to God, people seek to fill these needs through relationships and material things, but neither can truly satisfy what only God can provide.
The Performance Trap
Many relationships suffer because people try to meet each other’s spiritual needs—something only God can do. This creates a cycle of unmet expectations, frustration, and ultimately, broken relationships. Statistics show that Christian marriages tend to be more stable than non-Christian ones, largely because believers recognize that their core needs must be met by God, not their partner.
The same pattern applies to friendships, church communities, and other relationships. When people expect others to fulfill their spiritual needs, disappointment follows. The only way to break free from this “performance trap” is to trust God as the true source of love and fulfillment.
Biblical Examples
•The Woman at the Well (John 4) – She sought fulfillment through relationships with men, but Jesus revealed that only He could truly satisfy her spiritual thirst.
•Euodia and Syntyche (Philippians 4) – These two women in the early church had a conflict. Paul urged them to seek the Lord’s help in resolving their differences, reminding them that unity comes through Christ.
The Solution
To overcome relational conflict, we must recognize that only God can meet our deepest needs. When Christ is at the center of our relationships, there is peace and unity.
If you have any further questions or need support, I’m here to help. My church also explores these truths in a participatory setting, and you’re welcome to join us—no pressure, just an open invitation.
