Too often homes, congregations, and the brotherhood are town apart by strife and contention. Resolution and prevention of interpersonal conflict is of utmost importance because it can destroy our relationship with God. It is no wonder that the Bible has more to say on this subject than it does on another subject. An understanding and application of the wisdom revealed in these verses would do much in resolving the majority of the Christian's interpersonal conflicts. The importance of keeping lines of communication open is readily understood by nations that spend millions each year sending ambassadors to one country or another.
Communication is no less important on an interpersonal level.
Both parties involved in conflict have a responsibility to communicate with each other. If the brother has aught against you, then you have offended him. Jesus indicates that the one that is offended also has a duty to communicate to the offender. There can be no stalemate. One is not to wait on the other to make the first move.