Serve God, Save the Planet, J. Matthew Sleeth, M.D.
Serve God, Save the Planet, J. Matthew Sleeth, M.D.
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Serve God, Save the Planet
A Christian Call to Action

Author: J. Matthew Sleeth, M.D., Dr. Joel C. Hunter

Narrator: Dick Hill

Unabridged: 6 hr 59 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 05/24/2011

Synopsis

Not long ago, J. Matthew Sleeth had a fantastic life and a great job as chief of the medical staff at a large hospital. He was living the American dream—until he saw an increasing number of his patients suffering from cancer, asthma, and other chronic diseases. He began to suspect that the Earth and its inhabitants were in deep trouble. Turning to Jesus for guidance, Sleeth discovered how the scriptural lessons of personal responsibility, simplicity, and stewardship could be applied to modern life. The Sleeths have since sold their big home and given away more than half of what they once owned. In Serve God, Save the Planet, Sleeth shares the joy of adopting a less materialistic, healthier lifestyle, stronger relationships, and richer spiritual lives. With the storytelling ease of James Herriot and the logical clarity of C. S. Lewis, Sleeth lays out the rationale for environmentally responsible life changes and a how-to guide for making those changes.“Creation is groaning. And Matthew Sleeth has responded. Serve God, Save the Planet is not an alarmist call of despair, but a hopeful invitation to re-imagine the way we live. Sleeth’s words have the urgency of an ER crisis coupled with the deep faith that the Church is ready to join God in healing the wounded world.”--Shane Claiborne, activist and author of The Irresistible Revolution.

About J. Matthew Sleeth, M.D.

Matthew Sleeth, MD, is the executive director of Blessed Earth, an educational nonprofit that inspires and equips Christians to become better stewards of the earth.  Together with his wife, Nancy, and two children, he helps lead the growing creation care movement.  www.blessedearth.org

Reviews

Goodreads review by Donovan on May 09, 2008

My fifteen year old daughter attends an online Christian highschool and she regularly is the "odd student out" on their online forum, disagreeing with the majority of her fellow high schoolers on everything from politics to capital punishment. We are proud that she is so passionate about her beliefs......more

Goodreads review by Jenny on February 06, 2017

Interesting book, I read it fairly quickly. While I agree with his basic premise (we should care for creation out of love for the Creator) I think a lot of his practical application is coming from a place of being privileged enough to take those actions. Solar power is beyond the reach of many; gard......more

Goodreads review by Maeve on August 12, 2024

It’s been years since I read this, so it may be outdated in terms of policy and activism, yet it was foundational to calling me back to action in caring for the God’s Earth and creation. If you’ve wondered you can still make a difference for God and the environment, please take time to read this boo......more

Goodreads review by Lucy :) on March 02, 2024

I think everyone should read this book. For those of us who identify as Christian, stewarding our resources for God and with others in mind is non-negotiable for us. Regardless of religious beliefs or affiliations, these ideas and practices are relevant to everyone. Serve God, Save the Planet has wo......more

Goodreads review by Claire on September 22, 2018

Definitely worth a read! I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but this book exceeded my expectations in great ways. Dr. Matthew Sleeth, a trauma surgeon who does international medical missions, sets up a clear case from a Christian life of sustainability and creation care. His personal stories, argum......more

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