Faith Over Friction — Turning Conflict into Connection

Conflict happens—in our workplaces, our homes, and even in our churches. But how we handle it makes all the difference. In this insightful conversation, host Elly Marroquin welcomes back Brenda, a high school student navigator and longtime behavioral specialist, and Troy Renter, a lead pastor, licensed therapist, and network KidMin director. Together, they unpack what healthy and unhealthy conflict looks like, why some disagreements feel "real" to one person and not the other, and how bitterness can quietly take root when conflict goes unresolved.

Drawing from their experiences in Ministry, therapy, and working with at-risk youth, Brenda and Troy share practical wisdom on navigating hard conversations, breaking unhealthy cycles, and teaching our children how to manage emotions with grace. This episode will remind you that healthy conflict isn't about who's right—I's about choosing understanding, forgiveness, and love that heals instead of wounds.

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TIME STAMPS:

00:00:00 Welcome & Meet Troy & Brenda Renter

00:04:54 Defining Conflict: What It Is and What It Isn't

00:08:35 Understanding Emotional Detachment

00:12:20 Hitting Pause: How to Step Back Before You React

00:15:29 Handling Conflict the Biblical Way (Matthew 18)

00:16:56 When Conflict Is Just a Misunderstanding

00:17:43 "Slow and Low": A Healthier Approach to Conflict Resolution

00:20:45 Teaching Age-Appropriate Conflict Resolution