A devotional look at Joy to the World: the curse of sin on creation and the hope of Christ’s blessings flowing to all the earth. Of all the Christmas carols, “Joy to the World” has always been my favourite. The words were written in 1719 by the English minister and […]
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This planet won’t be destroyed but healed. Our creation care efforts now will be carried over into God’s promised new earth forever. The Destruction Myth One of the greatest impediments to Christian participation in creation care is the notion that the world is going to be destroyed in a massive […]
The scope of Christian redemption is frequently reduced to a strictly individualised, anthropocentric transaction—a rescue mission designed exclusively to extract human souls from a corrupt world and secure them a place in a distant, disembodied heaven. However, the New Testament presents a radically grander vision of salvation, one that encompasses […]
The theme of renewal is the heartbeat of the biblical narrative. From the opening pages of Genesis to the final visions of Revelation, Scripture reveals a God who is not passive about decay, sin, or destruction. Instead, He actively works to make “all things new.” This renewal is not merely […]
The Bible describes the renewal of the cosmos not as a total annihilation and replacement, but as a radical transformation and restoration of the current creation to its intended, “very good” state, free from sin and its effects. This process is central to biblical eschatology (the study of final events) and is […]
Human history is a long, winding book full of dark chapters. It is a tale of wars, tears, and broken promises. To many, it looks like a story spinning out of control. But for those who know the ancient promise, the final page is already written. The story of this […]
The Bible offers a comprehensive and profound perspective on the environment, providing a theological framework that mandates human responsibility toward the natural world. This view moves far beyond simply using nature for human benefit, instead casting humanity as stewards of God’s creation, accountable for its health and flourishing. From the […]
He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” (Revelation 21:5) New. Who thought that such a small and apparently simple word could contain so much potential for debate? I […]