How should Christians engage a hostile world on moral reform while being “wise as serpents and innocent as doves”?

Following the recent shooting of a Christian figure, Charlie Kirk, I have been reflecting on how Christians should engage a hostile world when addressing moral reform. Scripture teaches believers to expect persecution (Matthew 5:10–12), to respond without retaliation (Romans 12:17–21), and to be prepared to give a defense with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:13–17). At the same time, Jesus commanded His disciples to be “wise as serpents and innocent as doves” (Matthew 10:16). How should Christians apply these teachings when engaging society on moral reform in a context of hostility and opposition?