Evangelical Ecotheology
Foundations in Scripture, Theology, History, and Praxis
Daniel L. Brunner,
Jennifer L. Butler,
and A. J. Swoboda
Baker Academic
a division of Baker Publishing Group
Grand Rapids, Michigan
© 2014 by Daniel L. Brunner, Jennifer L. Butler, and A. J. Swoboda
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Brunner, Daniel L.
Introducing evangelical ecotheology: foundations in scripture, theology, history, and praxis / Daniel L. Brunner, Jennifer L. Butler, and A. J. Swoboda.
pages cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-0-8010-4965-1 (pbk.)
1. Ecotheology. 2. Evangelicalism. I. Brunner, Daniel L. II. Butler, Jennifer L., 1981– III. Swoboda, A. J., 1981– IV. Title.
BT695.5.B775 2014
261.8′8—dc23
2014020075
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To Kenley, Dylan, Elliot, and Moses
Foreword by Bill McKibben
1 Introduction: The Stories behind the Story
2 In the Beginning: Listening to the Voice of Scripture
Biblical Reasons for Creation Care
3 The Voice of Creation: The Grandeur and the Groaning of the Earth
4 Voices in the Wilderness: Christianity’s History with Creation
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About Introducing Evangelical Ecotheology: Foundations in Scripture, Theology, History, and PraxisToday’s church finds itself in a new world, one in which climate change and ecological degradation are front-page news. In the eyes of many, the evangelical community has been slow to take up a call to creation care. How do Christians address this issue in a faithful way? This evangelically centered but ecumenically informed introduction to ecological theology (ecotheology) explores the global dimensions of creation care, calling Christians to meet contemporary ecological challenges with courage and hope. The book provides a biblical, theological, ecological, and historical rationale for earthcare as well as specific practices to engage both individuals and churches. Drawing from a variety of Christian traditions, the book promotes a spirit of hospitality, civility, honesty, and partnership. |
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