By discretion we must show ourselves to be expert in ironing out minor disagreements and in adjusting trifling misunderstandings. [1] Conciliating commissions settle contention. [2] Division results when not all in a family believe in the gospel. [3] Let controversy come only when they who despise the truth force it upon you. [4] The moment the Creators bring into existence evolving individuals with the power of choice misunderstandings are certain to arise. [5]
Jesus avoided controversies with apostles excepting those involving wrong concepts of his Father in heaven. [6]
Jesus never argued about either the fatherhood of God or the brotherhood of men; he was a living illustration of the one and a profound demonstration of the other. [7]
After Jesus death Tomas separated himself from his companions for a few days, went his own way, and then, even when he was back among them, he unconsciously tended to adopt an attitude of disagreement. [8]