Counsel #2 — Natural Disasters Are Everywhere!

Picture: Counsel #2 — Natural Disasters Are Everywhere!CSI 84.1

Climate change isn't picky about borders. It poses a serious threat to every country on Earth, regardless of how developed they are. From rising sea levels and extreme weather events to disruptions in agriculture and water resources, the catastrophic consequences are far-reaching. Though the Bible indicates these things will happen as a sign of Christ’s coming,^{[120]Luke 21:11} we nevertheless have responsibility as stewards of the earth to reduce the worst of these impacts through a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.^{[121]Genesis 2:15} We have a responsibility to care for the earth created by God, not to exploit or destroy it.^{[122]https://whiteestate.org/legacy/issues-calamities-asp/}CSI 84.2

“The nations were angry, but your wrath has come… and the time has come to destroy those who destroy the earth.” Revelation 11:18 CSBCSI 84.3

“God has a purpose in permitting these calamities to occur. They are one of His means of calling men and women to their senses. By unusual workings through nature God will express to doubting human agencies that which He clearly reveals in His word.” Ellen White in Manuscript Releases, vol. 19, p. 279.3CSI 84.4

Reflect: Genesis 2:15 describes humanity's role as caretakers of the Earth. How can you better embody this responsibility, and reduce your carbon footprint?CSI 84.5