Analysis reveals wisdom in Proverbs 2 reshapes understanding of salvation's environmental implications, suggesting a dual approach to ecological concerns.
Within Christian theology, salvation cannot be fully understood apart from its implications for the environment. While some dismiss this connection due to the otherworldly outlook of soteriology, this paper argues that biblical salvation encompasses ecological restoration, a concept resonant with the Wesleyan emphasis on holistic, transformative grace. Navigating the theological complexities of environmental crises requires wisdom, particularly the practical, earth-affirming wisdom of Proverbs. Using Ghana’s galamsey (illegal mining) crisis as a case study, this paper demonstrates how wisdom theology, specifically Proverbs 2, can reshape Christian responses to ecological degradation, offering a salvation that is both spiritual and environmental.
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