How should I respond when someone says sorry?
How should I respond when someone says sorry? People often ask, “As a peacemaker, how should I receive an apology?” We spend a lot of time learning to give good apologies, but ...
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How should I respond when someone says sorry?
How should I respond when someone says sorry? People often ask, “As a peacemaker, how should I receive an apology?” We spend a lot of time learning to give good apologies, but ...
Ready to forgive: Joseph’s story
Ready to forgive: Joseph’s story Recently, I’ve been reflecting on Joseph’s story in Genesis 50:15-21, particularly the moment he was reunited with his brothers after all they had done ...
Extraordinary forgiveness: Forgiving the unforgivable
Extraordinary forgiveness: Forgiving the unforgivable In the past couple of months, two powerful stories of forgiveness have captured Australia’s attention. In Sydney, Danny Abdallah ...
The destruction of hatred
The destruction of hatred Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. James 1:20 (NLT) Hatred destroys. We see it played out in tragic ways all around us. In racism that ...
Justice in building peace
Forgiveness and justice are often misunderstood as opposites. Many assume that forgiving someone means ignoring their wrongdoing or excusing them from consequences. Yet the Bible shows us a different picture...
Peacemaking in God’s timing
Part of our instant gratification culture is that we want everything now - our food is fast, our TV shows are binged, and when something breaks? Well, we have Amazon same-day delivery for that! But what about conflict? What do we do when conflict doesn't resolve overnight?
free webinar – leading with confidence: psychosocial safety & biblical peacemaking
In this 40min live webinar recording, PeaceWise CEO Wayne Forward and Executive Director People & Culture from Empatia, Joanne Hood, introduce leaders to clear, actionable strategies to navigate this vital area without feeling overwhelmed...
Finding peace when conflict feels overwhelming
Finding peace when conflict feels overwhelming Conflict really is everywhere - on our newsfeeds, in politics, around the dinner table, even in our own hearts. It’s part of being human. But it ...
Was there peace all round the world in 1995?
In this devotional, Lucy Dessington reflects on a much-loved childhood book she now shares with her daughter, noticing both the beauty and brokenness in children’s lives around the world. It gently invites you to consider our shared longing for peace and how Jesus, the true bread of life, offers hope for all generations...
Wisdom for speaking with difficult people
I picked up my phone for the umpteenth time and saw that there was still no response to my message. My calls had gone unanswered. Past conversations had resulted in my concerns being deflected and minimised, or pointed back at me. I wondered what to do when pursuing peace wasn’t working...
Ann Cunningham’s interview with Richelle Wenham of Rhema FM Newcastle – Navigating conflict with God’s wisdom
In the first of a new monthly series on Rhema FM Newcastle, PeaceWise trainer, mediator and conflict coach, Ann Cunningham joined Rhema's Richelle Wenham to explore the topic of conflict and how we can approach it through a biblical lens.
Forgive! Really??
Forgiveness can often feel impossible, especially when we’re hurt by others. But sometimes, in our moments of pain, we find the power to forgive in ways we never expected...
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