Are environmentalism and eco-friendliness noble pursuits from a biblical perspective? Should Christians care or make efforts to contribute toward this ever-growing movement? And what did the secular humanists get wrong about environmental conservation? We answer all these questions and more today in a sincere endeavor to understand how we can honor the Creator based on how the biblical authors described and considered creation.

Scriptures

Genesis 1-3, 6-9, 19:24
Exodus 3
Joshua 6:1-27
Job 40-41
Proverbs 16:18
Ezekiel 37:1-10
Matthew 8:23-27, 12:34, 14:22-36, 21:1-11, 28:16-18
Mark 4:36-41, 6:45-56, 11:1-11
Luke 8:22-25, 19:28-44
John 6:16-24, 12:12-19
Romans 14
Ephesians 4:1-6
2 Peter 3:10–12

Resources

ESV Study Bible
“43 Bible Verses about the Power of God”
“100+ Easy Ways to Be More Eco-Friendly”
Blue Letter Bible, “Miracles Recorded in the Old Testament”
Blue Letter Bible, “Our Lord’s Miracles”
Henah Velez, “99 Sustainable Swaps To Incorporate Into Your Daily Routine”
Got Questions, “What does it mean that heaven and earth will pass away?”
Got Questions, “What are the New Heavens and the New Earth?”
John MacArthur, “Jesus’ Power over the Natural”
John Piper, “All Authority in Heaven and Earth: The Sovereignty of Jesus and His Unstoppable Mission”

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Episode 35 | Should Christians Care About Environmental Conservation?