Christianity 1 ~ Responsibility For The Planet Flashcards
Why do Christians believe humans are special?
~ God wanted humans to rule over all the other animals
~ He made humans separately
~ He made humans in the image of himself
What are some beliefs about the origins of the world?
~ God made everything with his hands
~ The world is perfect because He made it
~ God made the world in 6 days and rested on the 7th
What problems are facing the planet?
~ Global warming
~ Deforestation
~ Pollution
Who is a steward?
Someone who acts in a care taking role
What does being a steward involve?
~ Keeping everything in the world safe
~ Being in charge of all living things
~ However, not owning it
Why may Christians think that humans are more important than animals?
~ God made humans separately
~ ‘God made man in his own image’
~ God told man to rule over all the animals
Why may Christians want to protect the environment?
~ The world is Gods creation
~ Humans were made as stewards
What is a principle that all churches agree on?
Agape
What does the Roman Catholic Church teach about the environment?
~ Humans have a responsibility to care for the environment
~ We should plan for the welfare of future generations and consider the impact that the behaviour of richer countries has on developing countries
What can Christians do to improve environmental issues?
~ Vote for candidates who show concern to environmental issues
~ Cut down on waste
~ Support organisations such as Greenpeace
What environmental organisations could Christians support?
~ Greenpeace
~ Friends of the Earth
~ The Worldwide Fund for Nature
How many days did it take God to create the world?
7 days (6 days work, 1 day rest)
What did God breathe into man? What does this mean humans gave that animals don’t?
The breath of life. It suggests that humans have a soul and freedom
What is dominion?
What God has; power, control, ownership
What is the scientific theory for the beginning of the world?
The Big Bang