Earth day is this week (4/22/10). How should Christians respond to Earth day? First, I think we need to keep it all in perspective. Yes, we are to be good stewards of the planet. However, we are not to be earth “worshipers.” The earth is just another thing in our lives that God wants us to be a good steward with. Yes, it is important…However, Jesus Christ and His shed Blood is much more important. Saving souls should be above saving polar bears. You know what I mean? So, do I think Christian’s should celebrate Earth Day? Sure. Just make sure you have this whole eco, green planet stuff in perspective. Make sure that you are lined up with the Word and that God is your priority and His will. Do not let being green override sharing the Love of Christ and your true God-given purpose.All that said, I thought it would be cool to add some fun stuff to do for earth day… Earth Day Activities: Plant a tree. This could be a fun family project.Recycle. Take those cans you … [Read more...]
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For those of you that have toddlers or young children the issue of using paper to draw on has most likely come up. How can we let our kids enjoy coloring without feeling like we are allowing the waste of paper and the over killing of trees? Well, by being creative, coming up with ways to reuse it, chilling out and teaching your children how to draw and enjoy the paper without wasting it! Children do what they are taught. If we teach them to be green and that God wants them to take care of the environment and be good stewards, they will be conscience of that. 7 Tips for Toddlers and Young Children to Lean to Recycle Paper Both sides - make sure that when they draw, they are using the whole sheet of paper and both sides as well.Make more art - once the paper has been used, instead of tossing it, throw it in your art scraps for later. Old drawings can be cut up and used to make collages, or to cover an old frozen juice container and make a pen holder or other crafts that require … [Read more...]
TweetIs it Expensive to Be Green?
This is a question many people have asked me and unfortunately the answer is not that easy. While, yes, to buy organic and items that are green can be quite costly, there are also many ways to be green that are very affordable. You do not need to spend a lot of money to be green. It simple requires a willingness to be a better steward of God's planet and some creativity.When I first decided that I wanted to be green, I was not swimming in the green...if ya know what I mean. LOL! However, I had a desire to be a better steward of the planet and I started to brainstorm. It helps me be more creative and I am forced to come up with cheap and free ways to be an environmentally minded person.Yep, that's all it takes, people. Willingness and effort. Eco Tips to Get Your Started on the Greener...Cheaper Path Recycle. most states have recycling programs and they provide the bins and pick up service for minimal cost. It is actually a part of your garbage bill...at least it is in my … [Read more...]
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