Means and ends same essence

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Dennis Byler’s article “The Myth of Justified Violence” (Feb. 20) is a perceptive and courageous statement. The implications for mission are enormous. Our mandate in mission is to call the world to join the movement of the wounded Lamb rather than join a movement that in the end will conquer evil with violence. Since means and end must be of the same essence, our missionary practices must coincide with the nonviolent Lamb’s Way.

Associated Issue: the temptation of violence

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