At 79, Tony Evans Finally Breaks His Silence on Being Fired from the Church

Dr. Tony Evans — the legendary pastor and founder of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship — has finally broken his silence after months of mystery surrounding his sudden resignation. Known for his powerful sermons and decades of ministry leadership, Evans shocked the Christian world when he stepped down earlier this year, admitting he had “fallen short.” Now, even after completing his season of spiritual restoration, he’s revealed that he will not return to his pastoral role — a decision that has left many believers both heartbroken and inspired. Behind the scenes, sources say this wasn’t about scandal, but about humility, healing, and accountability. For nearly five decades, Tony Evans has preached about faith and repentance — and now, he’s living that message in real life. His choice to remain away from the pulpit, even after restoration, may be the most powerful sermon he’s ever delivered.