What to do when you’re uncomfortable with conflict
“I know that a lot of Friends feel uncomfortable with conflict, so it’s a question of being willing to take the risk. And one of the great things about taking the risk is that you will inspire others to take a risk, and they, in turn, will inspire others to take a risk.”
— George Lakey, 2025
Quaker activist leader
39 Ways to (Nonviolently) Overthrow a Dictator
Today’s Invitation
Take a risk by engaging in necessary conflict.
This Week’s Query
When have you followed a leading, not knowing what the outcome would be?
When have you been surprised by a positive outcome of something you did, even years later?
This week’s messages are guest edited by Zack Jackson, a podcaster, pastor, and professor. He lifts up stories of spiritual courage as the producer and host of Thee Quaker Podcast, where all of this week’s messages are from. Along with his wife Nichole, he is the cofounder of Open Table United Church of Christ in Pottstown, PA.
