AVOIDANCE OF CONFLICT

Obstacles to Growth

AVOIDANCE of conflict is an important principle in life. Such avoidance is important in all matters of human existence. Without adopting this principle, no one can satisfactorily achieve anything in this world.

The truth is that in the present world, every individual, as well as all nations, have the full freedom of action as granted by God Himself. Everyone has the opportunity to make use of his freedom as he thinks fit and it is due to the use of this freedom that differences arise between people. It has to be accepted that, in social life, differences are inevitable, and are an ineradicable feature of normal living.

One who has a mission or a goal in life must understand that while carrying out of his goals, he should not allow differences to escalate into conflict and should do so positively. It is essential to observe this principle if he wants to achieve his goals.

To properly perform our work, it is necessary for us to fully concentrate on our work, totally ignoring the worldly problems we face. We must be fully focused and recognize that the avoidance of friction is of great importance in life. We should stay away from conflict.

Differences—A test

In this present world everything is designed to put man to the test. Differences also serve this purpose. Man ought to be extremely cautious, particularly at moments of contention. He should continuously strive to be tolerant lest he show some improper reaction, which would be displeasing to God.