Standing Strong in Conflict: Arrogant or Biblical?

"Christians stand strong precisely because of who we are--or more accurately, because of whose we are. Standing strong may be regarded by our opponents as evidence of arrogance or pride, but properly standing strong is anything but arrogant--it is a sign of humble submission to Christ. This is an important point for us to consider: standing strong in a biblical fashion is indicative of a Christian who has been changed by the gospel, not a sinful sign of self-reliance or divisiveness." -Joshua Howard, A Primer For Conflict: Drawing a Line in the Sand, p. 53