Biblical Conflicts of God’s People (Contents)
Article 1: Understanding Conflict in the Biblical Narrative Article 2: Cain and Abel: The First Fraternal Conflict Article 3: Abraham…
Category: Biblical Conflicts of God’s People
Article 1: Understanding Conflict in the Biblical Narrative
1. Introduction Conflict is a pervasive and significant element within the biblical narrative. From the opening chapters of Genesis through…
Article 2: Cain and Abel: The First Fraternal Conflict
1. Introduction The narrative of Cain and Abel, found in Genesis 4:1–16, represents the earliest recorded conflict in Scripture. This…
Article 3: Abraham and Lot: Conflict and Separation in Genesis 13
1. Introduction The narrative of Abraham and Lot’s conflict in Genesis 13 provides an early biblical example of dispute resolution…
Article 4: Moses and Pharaoh: Divine Confrontation and Human Resistance in Exodus
1. Introduction The conflict between Moses and Pharaoh, as narrated in Exodus 5–12, epitomises the biblical theme of divine liberation…
Article 5: Elijah and the Prophets of Baal: Contest on Mount Carmel
1. Introduction The confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18 represents a dramatic theological conflict…
Article 6: David and Saul: Rivalry and Divine Kingship in 1 Samuel
1. Introduction The complex relationship and rivalry between David and Saul, as narrated in 1 Samuel 16–31, highlight themes of…
Article 7: Paul and Peter: Conflict over Gentile Inclusion in the Early Church
1. Introduction The dispute between Paul and Peter regarding Gentile inclusion, notably recorded in Galatians 2:11–21, represents a seminal conflict…
Article 8: Stephen and the Jewish Authorities: Martyrdom and Controversy in Acts 6–7
1. Introduction The conflict between Stephen and the Jewish authorities, culminating in his martyrdom, marks a significant moment in the…
Article 9: Paul and Barnabas: Disagreement over John Mark in Acts 15:36–41
1. Introduction The disagreement between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark, recorded in Acts 15:36–41, illustrates early Christian leadership tensions…
Article 10: James and the Jerusalem Council: Resolving the Gentile Inclusion Question
1. Introduction The Jerusalem Council, chronicled in Acts 15, represents a landmark moment in early church history, addressing the contentious…
Article 11: The Role of Conflict in Spiritual Growth and Community Formation
1. Introduction Conflict within the biblical narrative serves as a vital mechanism for spiritual growth, doctrinal clarification, and the formation…
Article 12: Lessons from Biblical Arguments for Contemporary Faith Communities
1. Introduction The biblical narratives of conflict and controversy offer enduring lessons for contemporary faith communities. This article synthesises key…