Environment and Creation
‘The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and take care of it’
(Genesis.2:15).
We were created as image bearers to rule the world under God. But this did not
mean to abuse the world. The relationship was meant to be one of peace and productivity.
After the human rebellion against God, the relationship changed, as sinful, self-centred
people occupied the world, making up our own rules. The Bible says that the world
is groaning as it also waits for the day when there will be a new heaven and earth.
In the meantime, God’s people are to continue to respect and care for the creation,
although we live in a world impacted by sin, and life can be very hard.
Question for thought: Do I see the hand of God in the creation?
God of all, our hearts are heavy when we think of the troubles in the world. Have mercy
dear Lord and bring an end to the crises in the Middle East, Ukraine and Russia.
Give our members in these areas courage and may they remember you are their comfort
and strength and an ever-present help in trouble. We pray this week for members
in Diocese of Mara, Tanzania and in Willochra, South Australia. May all they do bring
in caring and supporting those in need bring honour and glory to you name. Amen.