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Matthew 18:15-17 says, “If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ever matter will be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church, treat him as your would a pagan or tax collector.”

Yes, Jesus is talking about solving disputes. This is how disputes of any kind should be approached. We have recently learned what the apostles did when it came to division in the church. The first step that they took was recognizing the problem. One thing that happens when we ignore problems is that they only get worse. A step that they took that goes along with recognizing the problem is making sure that it is a legitimate problem. You just have to have wisdom when it comes to this.

One major thing, the apostles did not blame anyone or take any sides. They were able to take the fingers that were pointing and place them on finding a solution. When we are placed in the middle of a dispute we have to keep things fare.
Another way that they were able to see disputes through was through the understanding and willingness of change. Adjustment is needed to happen to fix any problem, or grow in any way.

The last thing that the apostles did was delegate authority. You would hand this job over to those who are available, capable, and qualified. Once you turn it over, give them your focus in prayer.