Bryan Loritts Podcast

What to do When People, People: Paul’s Masterclass on Navigating Conflict | 2 Corinthians 10

Jan 22, 2026
A sermon exploring why conflict is inevitable and how Paul navigated tense relationships. It compares common conflict styles like aggressive 'sharks' and avoidant 'turtles'. It stresses pausing to pray, choosing others' good, and speaking truth in love. Practical tips include asking clarifying questions, addressing conduct not character, and surrendering responses to Christ.
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INSIGHT

Conflict Is Inevitable And Relational

  • Conflict is inescapable because sin corrodes relationships, not just individuals.
  • Paul teaches Christians to engage conflict differently, not to avoid it.
ANECDOTE

Hacksaw Ridge Example Of Nonviolent Courage

  • Bryan Loritts recounts the movie Hacksaw Ridge and Desmond Doss who refused weapons yet saved 75 lives.
  • The story illustrates engaging conflict with nonworldly weapons and moral conviction.
ADVICE

Respond With Meekness And Gentleness

  • Do not respond to conflict as a shark (attack) or turtle (withdraw).
  • Choose meekness and gentleness—'power wrapped in velvet'—when engaging others.
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