"In the interest of preserving our planet and our species, shouldn't religious organizations be encouraging smaller families?...Clergy should consider voicing the difficult truth that having more than two children during such a time is selfish,"
Mohler concludes:
"In reality, population growth is already subsiding on a global basis. In any event, a couple deciding to have additional children will often reflect a rational approach to getting out of poverty -- not the cause of poverty in itself. Put bluntly, even in economic terms children usually bring greater economic benefits than costs over the long term.
For Christians, far more than economics is at stake. The far larger issue is the glory of God in the birth and maturation of godly progeny. Children are to be received -- and conceived -- as gifts, not as threats of environmental disaster."
A good reminder to live according to biblical principals, not the wisdom of the world!
Gen 1:28 And God blessed them. And God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it..."
Psa 127:3-5 Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward. (4) Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. (5) Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.
Amen, Sister!
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