Justin Bower

Op-ed Contributor

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Dec 8, 2022
Jesus Christ: Peace incarnate and the bringer of peace
It might be hard to understand how Jesus Christ, the incarnation of God, can simultaneously be peace and bring peace.
Jun 18, 2022
The luxury of petty debates
Concern yourself with the mission of Christ above all. When necessary, engage in lower-tier conversation — but always bear in mind the end goal: showing the love of Christ and his saving power. If anything, know nothing but Christ, and him crucified. That he is enough.
May 9, 2022
We can learn from Bonhoeffer on abortion
Do not get so lost in the overstimulating amount of opinions and information that you forget what (or better, who) is at stake in the abortion discussion. These actions are most fundamentally propelled by what Bonhoeffer, among others before and after him, understood. That the rights at stake for the unborn are distinctly, living, human rights.
Jul 22, 2021
In persecution, Jesus stood silent. What will you do?
This posture, I believe, has a massive impact on the way that Christians should navigate government confrontation. Not only did Jesus embody a posture of humility and silence in the face of his accusers, but his disciples also acted in a similar manner throughout the book of Acts.
Jun 3, 2021
Christian, give your thumbs a rest
My plea to you is simple, but I truly believe it is essential. You must give your thumbs a rest.