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Is climate change really the looming catastrophe we’ve been told it is? How can Christian families think biblically, rationally, and faithfully about science, energy, and the environment? In this episode of Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, I welcome two special guests: Dr. Cal Beisner, founder of the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation, and Dr. David Legates, climatologist and director of research for the Cornwall Alliance. Together, they share a refreshing perspective on climate, faith, and stewardship that is rooted in both science and Scripture.
Dr. Beisner and Dr. Legates are co-authors of Climate and Energy: The Case for Realism, and in our conversation, they provide parents and homeschoolers with a thoughtful alternative to fear-driven narratives about climate change. Instead of panic, they encourage truth-seeking, scientific honesty, and a biblical view of creation stewardship.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The backgrounds of Dr. Beisner (theologian, economist, educator) and Dr. Legates (climatologist, researcher, former U.S. Global Change Program director)
- How a biblical worldview gave rise to the scientific method, and why Christian faith and science are not at odds
- The difference between alarmism, denial, and realism in the climate debate
- Why mainstream media and journals often silence balanced voices in climate science
- How biblical stewardship calls us to reflect God’s image by enhancing the earth’s fruitfulness, beauty, and safety
- Why eco-anxiety is growing among young people, and how families can counter fear with faith and truth
- Practical ways parents can guide their children in caring for creation without succumbing to fear or misinformation
- Accessible resources for families, including books, podcasts, and upcoming climate science courses for high schoolers
This episode is especially relevant for homeschool families seeking to integrate faith, science, and wisdom into their children’s education. Dr. Beisner shares insights from homeschooling his own seven children, emphasizing Proverbs-like wisdom, common-sense stewardship, and the importance of understanding how the world really works. Dr. Legates highlights the importance of teaching truth early, before cultural narratives about climate and humanity take root.
Find show notes and full transcript here: humilityanddoxology.com/climate-stewardship-beisner-and-legates
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Is climate change really the looming catastrophe we’ve been told it is? How can Christian families think biblically, rationally, and faithfully about science, energy, and the environment? In this episode of Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, I welcome two special guests: Dr. Cal Beisner, founder of the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation, and Dr. David Legates, climatologist and director of research for the Cornwall Alliance. Together, they share a refreshing perspective on climate, faith, and stewardship that is rooted in both science and Scripture.
Dr. Beisner and Dr. Legates are co-authors of Climate and Energy: The Case for Realism, and in our conversation, they provide parents and homeschoolers with a thoughtful alternative to fear-driven narratives about climate change. Instead of panic, they encourage truth-seeking, scientific honesty, and a biblical view of creation stewardship.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The backgrounds of Dr. Beisner (theologian, economist, educator) and Dr. Legates (climatologist, researcher, former U.S. Global Change Program director)
- How a biblical worldview gave rise to the scientific method, and why Christian faith and science are not at odds
- The difference between alarmism, denial, and realism in the climate debate
- Why mainstream media and journals often silence balanced voices in climate science
- How biblical stewardship calls us to reflect God’s image by enhancing the earth’s fruitfulness, beauty, and safety
- Why eco-anxiety is growing among young people, and how families can counter fear with faith and truth
- Practical ways parents can guide their children in caring for creation without succumbing to fear or misinformation
- Accessible resources for families, including books, podcasts, and upcoming climate science courses for high schoolers
This episode is especially relevant for homeschool families seeking to integrate faith, science, and wisdom into their children’s education. Dr. Beisner shares insights from homeschooling his own seven children, emphasizing Proverbs-like wisdom, common-sense stewardship, and the importance of understanding how the world really works. Dr. Legates highlights the importance of teaching truth early, before cultural narratives about climate and humanity take root.
Find show notes and full transcript here: humilityanddoxology.com/climate-stewardship-beisner-and-legates
Join Made2Homeschool for exclusive content and community: HumilityandDoxology.com/M2H made2homeschool.com/a/2147529243/KNcPGL3t
FREE Homeschool Planner Calendar: humilityanddoxology.com/free-homeschool-planner-calendar
FREE Homeschool Planning Guide: humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-planning-guide
Year of Memory Work: humilityanddoxology.com/year-of-memory-work
Follow Humility and Doxology Online:
Blog humilityanddoxology.com/
Facebook facebook.com/HumilityAndDoxology
Instagram instagram.com/humilityanddoxology
YouTube: YouTube.com/humilityanddoxology
Amy’s Favorites: humilityanddoxology.com/favorites
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