This is, in part, a question that arose from reading @InChrist's thread over here: This is not home
In my experience with Christians, there is a pretty significant variance in how to interpret passages which talk about husbandry of the Earth. (Such as over here: What Does the Bible Say About Stewardship Of Gods Creation? ) Some interpret it more about spiritual husbandry rather than just physical, or a mixture of both. And while some believe their Christianity leads them to being environmentally minded, others believe that their Christianity lessens the feeling of importance or urgency about environmental issues.
Because it's not 'home.' It's temporary and impermanent and to some degree not important. I've also seen this cause a general indolence towards political issues (in some cases to where political involvement is zero) due to lack of value placed on Earthly issues. Or even, alarmingly, looking to end their life here so they can quickly get to the next one.
Do you think in some cases Christian interpretation can cause a sort of callousness or ambivalence towards environmental or other political issues? If you identify as a politically involved and especially environmental Christian, what keeps your attention as it relates to your faith? What would you say to other Christians who are less environmental?
Those who don't consider themselves environmental Christians, how come? What would you say back?
Those who aren't Christians, do you have any experience working with environmental or non-environmental Christians you'd like to share?
In my experience with Christians, there is a pretty significant variance in how to interpret passages which talk about husbandry of the Earth. (Such as over here: What Does the Bible Say About Stewardship Of Gods Creation? ) Some interpret it more about spiritual husbandry rather than just physical, or a mixture of both. And while some believe their Christianity leads them to being environmentally minded, others believe that their Christianity lessens the feeling of importance or urgency about environmental issues.
Because it's not 'home.' It's temporary and impermanent and to some degree not important. I've also seen this cause a general indolence towards political issues (in some cases to where political involvement is zero) due to lack of value placed on Earthly issues. Or even, alarmingly, looking to end their life here so they can quickly get to the next one.
Do you think in some cases Christian interpretation can cause a sort of callousness or ambivalence towards environmental or other political issues? If you identify as a politically involved and especially environmental Christian, what keeps your attention as it relates to your faith? What would you say to other Christians who are less environmental?
Those who don't consider themselves environmental Christians, how come? What would you say back?
Those who aren't Christians, do you have any experience working with environmental or non-environmental Christians you'd like to share?
