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"Gloom and doom are not necessary components of the message that needs to be brought to people about caring for creation. Trying to frighten ourselves into action is far less preferable than working to care for creation out of a love for the Creator in gratitude and joy.
Our working in and for creation, however, ideally, should not be out of a sense of impending doom, but from a deep love and obedience to Earth's Creator, Redeemer, and Reconciler.
And. while we may dislike the word 'alarmist,' there certainly are times for 'sounding the alarm.'"
-- Calvin B. DeWitt
snippets from Preparing the Way for Action
The thought that comes to my mind is:
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Romans 8:22
I see it happening more and more.
Sadly, I agree with you, Megan.
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