The Bible calls Christians to make peace — to be peacemakers. It means we’re called to the uncomfortable ministry of entering ourselves into the conflicts of others. So when do we enter into a situation? It’s the question from a listener named Ryan. “Hello, Pastor John, I just want to thank you so much for this podcast. It and many of the resources at desiringGod.org have become a very important part of my Christian growth. My question for you is, when if ever, should we intervene in the divisions between two people in our church. If we see two Christians who do not appear to be seeking a better relationship and only continue to distance themselves from each other, is there a point that it becomes necessary for other Christians to intervene? And at what point? I have been praying for the two individuals I am thinking of, but are there any further actions laid out in the Bible? How have you done this yourself?” EPISODE 1182: http://desiringgod.org/interviews/when-do-we-intervene-in-other-peoples-conflicts Find other recent and popular Ask Pastor John episodes, http://desiringgod.org/ask-pastor-john