In this final installment of our introductory series on Eastern Orthodoxy for Reformed Christians, Camden Bucey explores Orthodox worship and sacramental theology through a Reformed lens. This episode provides a careful and charitable overview of Eastern Orthodox liturgical practices, including the Divine Liturgy, veneration of icons, and the centrality of the Eucharist.

What makes Eastern Orthodox worship distinct? Why are icons and incense used? What theological principles undergird these practices? Camden discusses the symbolism of Eastern Orthodox worship while also addressing key doctrinal differences—especially concerning the second commandment, the regulative principle, and the doctrine of salvation.

Whether you’re a Reformed believer curious about the traditions of the East or seeking to understand why some are drawn to Orthodoxy’s mystery and aesthetic, this episode offers insight, clarity, and biblical reflection.

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Chapters

00:00 – Introduction
00:26 – Worship and the Sacraments in Eastern Orthodoxy
01:49 – Theology of Liturgy and Participation
04:14 – Worship as Theology in Action
05:36 – Icons, Veneration, and the Second Commandment
10:02 – The Eucharist
14:09 – Reverence and Symbolism
15:33 – Prayers for the Dead
16:44 – Summary of Theological Differences
18:10 – Final Reflections

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