Without a mission, conflicts will go unresolved and factions will be created within the institution. New mission statements will be created by each faction, outlining a new focus and direction. That is part of the reason the church is expected to avoid such controversies.
By: Undre Griggs, Jr. There are multiple reasons why it is a good idea for any institution to be united in mission. For instance, it will provide direction to its members and the ability for everyone to take a part in creating the success. When we have decisions to make, we can reference the values outlined in the mission. We also have the tool necessary to resolve conflicts when two or more people have differing opinions. One of the most important reasons for any institution to be united in mission is because a divided institution cannot sustain itself. Luke 11:17 (ESV): But he, knowing their thoughts, said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself is laid waste, and a divided household falls. Without a mission, conflicts will go unresolved and factions will be created within the institution. New mission statements will be created by each faction, outlining a new focus and direction. That is part of the reason the church is expected to avoid such controversies. Titus 3:9-11 (NIV): But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. Warn a divisive person once, and then warn them a second time. After that, have nothing to do with them. You may be sure that such people are warped and sinful; they are self-condemned. As outlined above, arguing and having controversies are not an issue within themselves; it is foolish arguments and matters of opinion that should be avoided. The mission statement is created to resolve conflicts and provide direction. Therefore, when the parties are arguing about matters the Bible cannot resolve; it is going to lead to trouble. Likewise, if an institution is not willing to defend the mission statement (no matter the result), that institution is not going to last either. We cannot compromise on values and principles for the sake of peace and unity, but we should be humble enough to allow the mission statement to be our guide. Mark 8:34 (ESV): And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. To stay united in Christ, we must agree to defer to scripture before opinion, and we must be willing to deny ourselves for the kingdom of God.
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