When is it appropriate for Christians to agree to disagree?

The Bible provides clear guidance on when it’s appropriate for Christians to agree to disagree and when they must end fellowship. God calls believers in Christ to avoid disagreements whenever possible within the Church, the family, and everyday relationships. The concept of “agreeing to disagree” involves an understanding that neither party will change the other’s mind, so the subject is dropped.

When two people say, “Let’s agree to disagree,” there is usually an implied mutual tolerance and desire for peace. Scripture commends peacemaking, “Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness” (Jam 3:18)…

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