As usual, he was knowledgable and emphatic, not meek
The chapter covers types of conflict numbering three
Perspectives on planning for tomorrow we also did see
On some relatively silly courses of war, Nate did share
About beards and buckets people clearly did overly care
Of conflict among ourselves, these examples were reflective
For it happens even if with fellow Christians we happen to live
Even though the first verse of Psalm one hundred thirty three
Says that it is good when God’s people live together in unity
Remember Abraham and Lot, Paul and Barnabas, and others
All were biblical examples of conflict between believing brothers
Nate said that James assuredly had other conflicts in his sights
Wars about class and employment as well as intra-church fights
There is also inflict within ourselves, a war inside our heart
Largely due to unchecked desire and selfishness on our part
To wrong thoughts and actions, this does all too often lead
And to unanswered prayers, for we don’t know what we need
Nate said that conflict with God is actually the overarching source
For this affects all other relationships and conflicts in due course
Being friends with the world, our flesh, and the devil take the form
Of unlawful desires, pride, and temptation becoming the norm
To enjoy peace with God we must therefore fully submit to His will
We draw near to God if purity and humility in our hearts we instill
And if we regularly resist the devil, the enemy will surely flee
Thus making our walk easier and bringing to God more glee
Verses thirteen to seventeen talk of perspectives on tomorrow
It is sin if we do not do good things that from the Bible we know
It is not wrong to plan, but we must always let God’s will prevail
His will is revealed in the Bible and the truisms never go stale
But Nate added that we must not just stick to the law’s letter
For actions may be permissible, but we should try to do better
In summary, we should understand the source of conflict in our life
And then take steps to rid ourselves of ungodly conflict and strife
And because we are but vapour wisps in time, per verse fourteen
We should live and plan our lives so that God’s will is always seen
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