Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Conflict?

5 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Conflict in the Bible

What does the Bible say about conflict? Browse 6 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

5
Total Verses
1
Old Testament
4
New Testament

Top 5 Verses About Conflict

  1. 1
    Proverbs 15:1
    A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Matthew 5:9
    Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Matthew 18:15
    Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Ephesians 4:26
    Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:
    KJV
  5. 5
    James 4:1
    From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? fightings: or, brawlings lusts: or, pleasures
    KJV

Subtopics of Conflict

church conflict
church conflicts
conflict resolution
family conflict
family conflicts
preventing conflict

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Conflict? (1 Verses)

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Conflict? (4 Verses)

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.
Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:
From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? fightings: or, brawlings lusts: or, pleasures

How to Study What the Bible Says About Conflict

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about conflict. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about conflict and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about conflict is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on conflict needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about conflict with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about conflict, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Conflict?

You have studied 5 verses about conflict. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about conflict?
What does the Bible say about conflict? Browse 6 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 5 key verses about conflict spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about conflict are there?
There are 5 key Bible verses about conflict compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about conflict?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about conflict is Proverbs 15:1 — "A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger."
Where in the Bible does it talk about conflict?
Conflict is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 5 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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