Does Giving Someone the Cold Shoulder Honor Christ?
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We’ve all been there—hurt, frustrated, unsure what to say. So we say nothing. We withdraw, avoid, or give someone the cold shoulder. But is that really a godly way to handle conflict?
The silent treatment might feel like control, but in the eyes of Christ, it often amounts to avoidance or even punishment. Scripture calls us to “speak the truth in love” and to “be at peace with all men, as far as it depends on you.” That doesn’t mean being a doormat—but it does mean facing conflict with courage, grace, and open communication.
This article offers 7 reasons why the silent treatment may not align with biblical love and reconciliation:
7 Reasons Why the Silent Treatment Isn’t a Godly Response to Conflict | Crosswalk.com
What does real, godly communication look like when we’ve been hurt?
Have you ever used silence as a shield—and what helped you move toward healing?
“Silence may avoid a fight—but it rarely leads to peace.”