In recent years the headlines have reported catastrophic events from all over the world. Earthquakes in particular have brought devastation to Sumatra, Pakistan, China and Haiti. We wonder, “Where will the next earthquake hit?” Those who have been exposed to the teachings of the Bible understand that these events have significance. But what do they mean? Are earthquakes “signs” from God? Is God angry with men? Is God punishing people because of their sin?
In order to interpret catastrophes (indeed to interpret all life and experience), we must view the event from the vantage point of a Biblical worldview. A Biblical worldview rests upon the four pillars of Biblical reality: Creation, the Fall, Redemption and Restoration. Earthquakes must be interpreted in terms of these four foundational truths. Keep Reading>>>
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