The Bible teaches that humanity has a clear responsibility to care for and protect the environment as an act of obedience and worship to God, the Creator and owner of all things. This responsibility is described through several key concepts: Stewardship (Caretakership): The Earth belongs to God, and humans are appointed as […]
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The new creation (Greek: καινὴ κτίσις) is a concept found in the Old Testament and New Testament. The concept is presented in two ways. On the one hand it refers to the personal spiritual transformation of individual believers in the present age, specifically relating to the new life (ἐν καινότητι ζωῆς) and new nature gained via spiritual rebirth through […]
The Bible presents a rich and multi-faceted view of nature, depicting it not as an impersonal resource or an independent deity, but as God’s deliberate creation, imbued with intrinsic value and purpose. This perspective frames humanity’s relationship with the natural world as one of interdependence, responsibility, and reverent appreciation. […]
The Bible does not mention the modern scientific phenomenon of “global warming” explicitly; the language, science, and specific concerns of contemporary climate change were unknown to its ancient authors. Instead, the Bible offers a framework of theological and ethical principles that Christian individuals and denominations apply in diverse ways to […]
The Bible, a foundational text for billions of Christians, was written millennia before the modern concept of anthropogenic climate change emerged. Consequently, it contains no explicit mention of greenhouse gases, fossil fuels, or climate models. Yet, within its narratives and teachings, readers find a rich source of theological principles that […]
The coral reefs are bleaching. The glaciers are melting. Hurricanes are getting stronger, and droughts are lasting longer. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by climate data or guilty about your carbon footprint, you’re not alone. For many Christians, environmental issues create an uncomfortable tension between caring for creation and […]