Perhaps Joel Bowman’s most important and timely piece is titled “Why Don’t White Evangelicals Listen to Black Christians?” It is grounded in history, research, Scripture and his own lived experience confronting white supremacy in conversations with white evangelicals. Please read and share this, as it needs to go viral.
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Trying to make sense of nonsense
Just like various biblical figures lamented over evildoers and their injustice, I am lamenting over the election of one who has run the most vile, bigoted and misogynistic presidential campaign in modern history. It’s nonsense to me how so many of my fellow American Christians could gleefully support a man who doesn’t care about anyone butContinue reading “Trying to make sense of nonsense”
Practicing Politics Through the Lens of Faith
In this Gravity Commons podcast, Joel Bowman engages in a stimulating conversation about the intersection of faith and politics as we approach what might be the most consequential presidential election in U.S. History. He skillfully draws a comparison between how white evangelicals and Black Christians approach politics differently, and why?
The Big White Lie: Racist propaganda dishonors the image of God
In this piece, Joel Bowman presents a compelling case for how racist political propaganda disrespects the image of God in persons of color. A recent example of such propaganda is the lie that Donald Trump and J.D. Vance have been spreading the regarding Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio.
Mental Health & Christianity
On his latest appearance on the MinistryMisfits podcast, Joel addresses the relevant topic of Mental Health & Christianity. He brings to the discussion his unique dual identity as a pastor and a mental health clinician. Joel addresses how the Bible provides a conceptual framework for understanding mental health and the differences between an academically trainedContinue reading “Mental Health & Christianity”
Mental Health Best Practices
On this Health & Wellness In Focus podcast, Joel discusses the important topic of mental health. He deals with the intersection of mental health, faith, and racism. You are strongly encouraged to check it out and share. Full video: Audio only:
Trump, ‘law and order,’ and evangelical hypocrisy
“There’s a new sheriff in town” is a familiar American idiom. It evokes the image of a strong man who has come into a lawless Western town to establish much-needed law and order. This is a man who would rule with an iron fist, quickly dealing with all “undesirable” characters. But what if the same man promisingContinue reading “Trump, ‘law and order,’ and evangelical hypocrisy”
A Message to White American Evangelicals
Dear White American evangelical, I am compelled to deliver this message to you. My words come from a heavy heart, but I desire to speak the truth in love. Pease resist the temptation to immediately dismiss, deflect, or defend your position. You piously claimed to have a high view of scripture. However, you have beenContinue reading “A Message to White American Evangelicals”
What’s Unchristian About Christian Nationalism?
Christian nationalism is both unchristian and unbiblical. In fact, it is the most prevalent perversion of the Christian faith in the United States, today. As such, Christian nationalism poses a grave threat to the witness of the Church…
A Compelling Voice 