# 127: Avoiding Contention While Sharing Gospel Truths

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Podcast: [Teaching Restored](https://stenobird.com/podcast/teaching-restored-6596228)
Published: 2026-05-18T13:43:00+00:00
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## Resource

What do you do when a conversation about faith suddenly turns adversarial? How do you respond when someone throws a "grenade" comment—online or in person—that challenges what you believe, or misrepresents your intentions? In this episode, we talk about teaching and standing for truth without adding to contention, especially in challenging moments. We share real stories from our lives, from social media battles to family discussions, and examine how our natural instinct to defend or prove a point might not always serve our highest purpose. We look at Jesus Christ’s example—how he responded to criticism and false accusations with humility, clarity, and love. Highlights include strategies for maintaining peace and building relationships, practical filters for responding to conflict, and ways to invite the Spirit into even the most heated conversations. Key ideas include: Recognizing teaching moments in both online and personal interactions Responding to adversarial comments without escalating conflict Reframing our goals from winning arguments to building relationships Timing our responses for the greatest impact and receptivity Balancing truth and peace, following Christ’s example ______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube episodes: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored.com Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored ✅ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teachingrestored

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