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How Not to Be Discouraged With Church People

By Filings on Mon, 09/27/21
Church & Ministry
Disappointment
Human Nature
Church Life
Ministry Leadership

“So if disappointment is inevitable, how do we avoid the awful emotional turmoil that often follows when dealing with church people? One word: expectations.” - C.Leaders

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A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

(ESV, Proverbs 15:1)

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