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Explain why each of the “Six Principles of Relationship” is important.
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It covers a variety of situation and considerations.
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So, we can better understand the people we encounter that have a different view than ours and not be judgmental.
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The six principals of relationship are: be genuine, be respectful, be humble, be fair, be discerning, and be discrete. These are so important when interacting with others because we are all flawed and fallen beings, and these will help us navigate the pitfalls that come from being human – both from our selves and from others. When we are genuine, it shows others that we are authentic, that we care enough to be vulnerable. This builds trust. When we are respectful and when we are humble it shows that we do not think of ourselves as being better than they are, and allows them to have their own perspective, from which we are willing to be curious. When we are fair, we do not give preference and we acknowledge our own shortcomings, which helps others to know they matter. When we are discerning, we consider others’ input, but we stay true to ourselves. And when we are discrete, it acknowledges that all are imperfect, and we care enough not to hold people’s imperfections against them.
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Each of the “Six Principles of Relationship” builds up personal character so that a person of God made find it sensible when convincing outsiders to convert into Christianity. Being genuine gains their trust. Showing respect makes them feel comfortable sharing with you in conversation. Being humble gives you the tolerance to just sit and listen to them. Be fair and give them credit when they speak truth but be discerning and practice good judgement. Only support your beliefs with proven facts and be positive when you discuss your religious beliefs, remembering to be sound minded, kind, and considerate.
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Each of the six principles of relationship are important to help us be relatable to others and their beliefs. To be genuine is not to be fake or phony and thus real. It is important to be respectful of the way others believe and thus not be offensive. This can open doors to share your beliefs. Being humble keeps us from acting as though our beliefs are better or the only “right” ones. Be fair and don’t compare. Think objectively and not critically. Be discerning and look for opportunities to reach out and eventually share your beliefs with others. If we act differently this chance will come. Act and don’t react or overreact. If you are reaching out to someone of another faith be sure to be discreet and not “in your face” or combative. You do not want to insult them or the window of opportunity that you have will close. So in conclusion each of these principles is important to remember and apply in any relationship, especially with someone of a different faith or belief system.
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Yes. I liked when you said do not compare because that is being judgmental and that is when things can become argumentative and hostile. I had refrained from having discussions about religion for a while because I started to witness very unstable attitudes during discussion.
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