Practice a clarifying reply

I want to understand what you’re asking. Which part of the claim is doing the most work for you?

This gives your friend room to identify the reason that matters. Repeat that reason in your own words and give them a chance to correct it.

I can give you the strongest reasons I believe in the Restoration.

Those reasons may matter later. Find out what your friend wants answered so you can tell whether your reasons address it.

Send me the timestamp and the record the speaker is using. We can check what the record actually says together.

A timestamp identifies the argument. The underlying record lets both of you check the wording and context before deciding what follows.

Send me the video and I’ll look for a response to it.

Watching the video can help you hear the full argument. Ask for the relevant section and evidence so the discussion stays focused on the claim.

I can see why it matters. I’d want to check the record first, then decide whether it supports the conclusion. Can we look at it together?

You take the concern seriously and identify a next step. Once you see the evidence, say what it establishes and where the inference needs more support.

I trust the Church. I’m sure someone has a good answer for this.

You can speak honestly about your faith. Give your friend a concrete way to check the objection with you so they know you’ve heard the concern.