Divisive people are self condemned

“Warn a divisive person once, and then warn them a second time. After that, have nothing to do with them. You may be sure that such people are warped and sinful; they are self-condemned.” (Titus 3:10-11 NIV)

Avoid divisive people

“I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them.” (Rom. 16:17 ESV)

“A troublemaker plants seeds of strife.” (Prov. 16:28, NLT)

“A quarrelsome person starts fights as easily as hot embers light charcoal or fire lights wood. (Proverbs 26:21, NLT)

Watch out!

“If you keep on biting and devouring each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other. (Gal. 5:15, NIV)

Honor Christ, be prepared, be gentle be respectful

“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” (1 Peter 3:15 ESV)