Bishop Barron: When Did “Go Make Disciples” Become Controversial?

About this episode

Who comes to mind when you think about sharing your faith? Bobby and Khalil take up that question after Bishop Robert Barron’s post on evangelization stirred a debate about the Church’s mission. They talk about the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18–20, the difference between inviting someone to Christ and pressuring them, and why both our words and the way we live matter. The conversation makes room for conviction, charity, and the courage it takes to speak when staying quiet would be easier.

Then it gets personal. Can you explain what Jesus has done in your life? Is there a friend you could invite to Mass, a Bible study, or coffee? Bobby and Khalil consider how prayer, the sacraments, and an honest account of your own faith prepare you for those conversations. Their challenge is simple: pray for one person, listen well, and look for an opportunity to invite them closer to Christ. You can offer the invitation and trust God with the response.

In this episode

• Bishop Barron’s post and the Church’s call to make disciples
• Evangelization, religious freedom, and sharing faith without coercion
• Why Christian witness needs both a faithful life and words
• Explaining what Jesus and the Church mean in your own life
• Praying for one person and offering a concrete invitation

With Bobby Fredericksen and Khalil Hattar.