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Sowing the seeds of strife

Jon Kuhrt

“A troublemaker plants seeds of strife” Proverbs 16:28

“But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.” James 3:17-18

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Published by Jon Kuhrt

Jon Kuhrt has worked with people affected by homelessness for over 30 years. He is a former government adviser on how faith groups address rough sleeping and is now CEO of Hope into Action. He lives with his wife in Streatham, south London and they have 3 children. He likes football....but loves cricket.

4 thoughts on “Sowing the seeds of strife”

  1. That Letter of James passage on the power of the tongue comes to mind…. and not just about fomenting trouble. Alarmist tweets and memes can spread fear as well, including those shared amongst church members. A Middlesbrough friend of mine helps lead a church 60% black, and their understandingly worried over-sharing upped the fear. Reminded of the WW2 slogan: ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’.

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