Conflict in the family may arise from misunderstanding among members of the family. A family is defined as a group of people related by blood , marriage, law or custom. And conflict can be defined as strong disagreement between two people or groups, which may result to angry argument.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF CONFLICTS
1. incompatibility
2. Unresolved disagreement
3. Lack of trust
4. Lack of genuine love
5. Financial challenges
6. Unforgiveness.
7. Communication gap
8. Unfaithfulness.
HOW TO MANAGE CONFLICTS IN THE FAMILY.
Conflict management is the practice of being able to identity and handle conflicts sensibly, fairly, and efficiently, Conflict is inevitable. No relationship is perfect or conflict free, but when conflict is fairly and biblically it can serve as a catalyst for change and opportunity for a good family growth.
Ways of managing conflict withing the family are
1. Examine yourselves
2. Love each other and put God at the center of your family.
3. Revenge not yourself for wrong done against you.
4. Live life of humility
5. Maintained openness and sincerity with one another.
6. Communicate effectively and resolve all conflict as fast as possible.
7. Forgive one another.
8. And lastly take every matter to God in prayer.
Remember, conflict is inevitable. No relationship is perfect or conflict free, however, every conflict should be resolved in the fear and love of God. Never let conflict stay for longtime.
