Reconcile

Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians

Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians
“This is the challenge of reconciliation: to come alongside our own deepest struggle to understand, to come alongside the story and struggle of another, and to come alongside the unexpected presence of God in both."

What if reconciliation is central to the biblical message? And what if Christians are now awakening to the gospel of peace? Internationally renowned mediator John Paul Lederach points Christians to the Bible and challenges readers to apply the principles of reconciliation. Originally published as The Journey Toward Reconciliation and based on Lederach’s work in twenty-five countries across five continents, this revised and updated book tells dramatic stories of what works – and what doesn’t – in resolving and transforming conflicts. A section on resources by Christian leaders in reconciliation work offers more practical ideas for peacemaking in everyday life.

Lederach, John Paul. Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians. Harrisonburg, Virginia: Herald Press, 2014.Lederach, John Paul. Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians. Harrisonburg, Virginia: Herald Press, 2014.

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