By Lesallan | June 21, 2025 Embracing Forgiveness: A Sacred Act of Strength and Healing In a world saturated with conflict and misunderstanding, forgiveness remains one of the most profound and transformative acts of grace. Reflecting on Luke 17:3-4 (New International Version), we are reminded of Jesus’ radical call to Read more…
Lesallan | June 21, 2025 The Difference Between Peacekeeping and Peacemaking There is a powerful distinction between the two. And I believe—it is more than semantics. While both peacekeeping and peacemaking aim to reduce conflict, their methods and spiritual implications differ significantly. Peacekeeping often involves avoiding conflict to maintain Read more…
Lesallan | June 16, 2025 The Question With No Answer: Embracing Life’s Open Ending This essay examines the philosophical and theological aspects of the enduring question of life’s meaning. Drawing on poetic tradition, biblical scripture, and existential reflection, it challenges the assumption that life requires resolution. Instead, it argues for Read more…
Lesallan | June 14, 2025 The Everyday Art of Negotiation: A Biblical Perspective Negotiation is often associated with legal settlements, but it is also essential in everyday interactions, particularly when resolving interpersonal conflicts. Whether in professional environments, family relationships, or social situations, negotiation enables individuals to reach mutually beneficial agreements Read more…
Lesallan | 6/12/2025 Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Conflict Resolution: A Scholarly Examination Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University COM3040 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda June 12, 2025 Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Conflict Resolution: A Scholarly Examination Emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a vital construct in understanding and navigating the Read more…
Lesallan | June 11, 2025 Functions of Emotion in Conflict: An Emotional and Spiritual Perspective Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University COM3040 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda June 11, 2025 Functions of Emotion in Conflict: An Emotional and Spiritual Perspective Emotions are complex physiological and cognitive responses that signal our Read more…
Lesallan | June 10, 2025 Solomon’s Role: Mediator or Arbitrator? In the narrative of 1 Kings 3:16-27 (NIV), King Solomon is presented with an intractable conflict between two women, each claiming to be the mother of the same child. Rather than acting as a mediator, whose role is to facilitate dialogue Read more…
Lesallan | June 9, 2025 A Prayer for Discernment, Reconciliation, and God’s Higher Ways Heavenly Father, as we step into this new week, we bow before Your throne, mindful that true wisdom and real peace come only from You. Just as You endowed Solomon with insight beyond human measure, we Read more…
Lesallan | June 7, 2025 Ohio Christian University https://www.ohiochristian.edu COM3440 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda Transforming Conflict: The Power of Learning Conversation Conflict is an inevitable facet of human interaction, spanning professional, academic, and personal environments. Traditional responses to conflict often involve instinctive “fight or flight” behaviors, where individuals Read more…
Lesallan Bostron | June 4, 2025 Navigating Conflict: Understanding and Applying the Five Conflict Management Styles Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University COM3040 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda June 4, 2025 Navigating Conflict: Understanding and Applying the Five Conflict Management Styles Conflict is an inevitable aspect of interpersonal interactions, whether Read more…