August 30th, 2026: It’s Sunday. Why Aren’t You Building Another Church?
St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church Bible Study by Fr Stephen Osburn
Episode notes
Matthew 21:33-42 and the Parable of the Wicked Tenants challenge Orthodox Christians to ask what we are doing with the faith God has entrusted to us. The Orthodox Church is called not only to preserve the Gospel, but to live it, share it, and invite others into the life of the Church.
Orthodox evangelism does not mean everyone must become a street preacher or know the answer to every theological question. Sharing the faith can begin with living as a Christian, forgiving others, serving those in need, speaking naturally about the Church, and inviting someone to attend Divine Liturgy. The Great Commission calls Christians to make disciples of all nations, and that mission still belongs to the Church today. We cannot simply build churches and expect people to come; Orthodox Christians must become faithful witnesses who help others encounter th ...