Texas Pastor Steps Down After Admitting to Unnamed 'Sin'

Dr. Tony Evans #, the prominent evangelical leader and founder of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas, has stepped down from his role as senior pastor due to an undisclosed "sin." In a statement, Evans said:

"A number of years ago, I fell short of that standard [set by the Word of God]. I am, therefore, required to apply the same biblical standard of repentance and restoration to myself that I have applied to others."

Details and Accountability

While Evans admitted that he "did not use righteous judgement in [his] actions," he also stated he has "committed no crime." The nature of his transgression has been disclosed to his family and church elders, who will provide information on interim leadership. The church elders released a statement saying:

"It's the elders' responsibility to hold any elder or pastor accountable if they don't meet the high standards of scripture and to ensure the church maintains its integrity."

About Tony Evans

Tony Evans, 74, founded the Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in 1976, which has since grown to over 10,000 members. He is a renowned author, radio host of "The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans", and former chaplain for Dallas Cowboys and Mavericks. Evans lost his first wife, Lois Evans, in 2019 and remarried Carla Evans in November 2023. Evans is also the father of author and actress Priscilla Shirer.

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