How do you sharethe gospel with an Eastern Orthodox friend without turning the conversationinto another theological debate? In this video, Irespond to my interview with Father Thomas—not to "win an argument,"but to demonstrate a more biblical and effective way to engage Orthodoxfriends. Instead of beginning with disagreement, we begin by listeningcarefully, identifying genuine points of agreement, and using them as bridgesto the person and work of Jesus Christ. We explore whereEvangelical and Eastern Orthodox Christians share common ground, includingScripture, grace, adoption, genuine faith, and the love of God. We then examinethe key theological differences surrounding sin, death, the atonement,justification, theosis, assurance of salvation, and the finished work ofChrist. Most importantly,this video shows how careful listening creates opportunities to present thebiblical gospel with both clarity and love. This discussionwill help you have more fruitful gospel conversations. You’ll learn howto: • Listen the wayJesus listened — drawing out the heart • Identify realstarting points for gospel conversations • Use Scriptureas the final authority (Mark 7:13) • Explainadoption, atonement, and justification clearly • Show why sin,not death, is the central problem Scripture addresses • PresentChrist’s once for all sacrifice from Hebrews • EncourageOrthodox friends to rest fully in Christ alone 🔔 If you found this helpful, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and sharewith a friend. ▶️YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@EvangelisingEasternOrthodoxy -------- 00:00 Why Arguingwith Orthodox Friends Doesn't Work 02:31 WhereProtestants & Orthodox Already Agree 05:00 FatherThomas's Adoption Story: A Gospel Bridge 07:39 GenuineConversion Inside Orthodoxy? 08:45 WhyScripture Must Be the Final Authority 12:00 OrthodoxView of Sin, Death & Corruption Explained 15:29 Theosis:How Orthodox Understand Salvation 18:09 The KeyDifference: Cooperation or Christ Alone? 19:18 Is Sin orDeath Humanity's Greatest Problem? 21:42 Why JesusDied: The Heart of the Gospel 23:23 The Cross:Defeating Death or Bearing God's Wrath? 25:17 ChurchFathers on Christ Bearing Our Sin 26:48 Hebrews:Christ's Once-for-All Sacrifice Explained 28:24 Can YouHave Assurance of Salvation? 28:48 How toShare the Gospel with Orthodox Friends Wisely -------- 📘 Certainty for Life: An Invitation for those in EasternOrthodoxy https://certaintyforlife.com/ 🎓 Free Training Course – Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy https://eeo.net.au/ 📡 RSS Feed https://anchor.fm/s/10f48e33c/podcast/rss 🌐 All Podcast Platforms https://pod.link/1878240547 🍎 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelising-eastern-orthodoxy/id1878240547 🟢 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6S5Um4hIK86Ayd9wv1EfZk?si=11524b33dbed4adb 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eeorthodoxy #EasternOrthodoxy#OrthodoxChristianity #Orthodox #Protestant #Gospel #JesusChrist#ChristianApologetics #Evangelism #Bible #Scripture #Theosis #Justification#Salvation #ChurchFathers #ChristAlone
