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Eight Biblical Principles of Reconciliation

Promise number six of The Seven Promises of a Promise Keeper is a commitment to "reaching beyond any racial and denominational barriers to demonstrate the power of biblical unity."  Examined closely, each of the Seven Promises, indeed, the essence of Jesus Christ’s message, reveals the principle of reconciliation at work in all human relationships.  Promise Keepers has identified eight biblical principles that, when applied, help people grow and succeed at reconciliation efforts.

Principle One: The Call (Key Word: Mandatory) II Corinthians 5:17-21
We are called to be involved in the ministry of reconciliation, but some have a special call to minister in diverse situations.

Principle Two: Commitment to Relationships (Key Words: Conflict Resolution) Ruth 1:16,17
Reconciliation is built upon the foundation of committed relationships.

Principle Three: Intentionality (Key Word: Perseverance) Ephesians 2:14,15
Intentionality is the purposeful, positive and planned activity that facilitates reconciliation.

Principle Four: Sincerity (Key Words: Trust and Transparency) John 15:15
Sincerity is the willingness to be vulnerable, including self-disclosure of feelings, attitudes, difference and perceptions, with the goal of resolution and building trust.

Principle Five: Sensitivity (Key Words: Knowledge and Understanding) Ephesians 4:15,16
Sensitivity is the intentional acquisition of knowledge in order to relate empathetically to any diverse situation, person, place or organization.

Principle Six: Sacrifice (Key Word: Cost) Philippians 2:3,4
Sacrifice is the willingness to relinquish an established status or position in order to facilitate diverse relationships.

Principle Seven: Empowerment (Key Words: Repentance and Forgiveness) II Corinthians 8:9
Empowerment is the use of repentance and forgiveness to create complete freedom in diverse relationships.

Principle Eight: Interdependence (Key Word: Equality) II Corinthians 8:12-14
Interdependence recognizes differences but realizes that each offers something that the other needs, resulting in equality in that relationship.

In support of these eight principles, Promise Keepers offers resources to help in their application.