The dangerous birth of a foal, stray hounds rescued in traffic, Margaret—feline queen of the back porch, and a mischievous donkey named Burrito... How do these endearing tales of love and loyalty between humans and animals open a window to see the God of the universe? This book connects personal experience with pets to biblical teaching about animals. Will I see my pet in heaven? Why did God make animals in the first place? Does God care how I look after my animals? Did people have pets in the Bible? How does the Bible’s teaching about animals connect to its central message? The central message of the Bible is the Gospel of Jesus Christ! This book shows how our animals fit into God’s glorious plan to rescue a perishing world.
David J. Brady, a Bible teacher and pastor for more than 25 years, lives with his wife Jennifer and a large “furry family” on Shadowlands Farm in North Carolina. In this book he brings together two love for God and love for animals. He has discovered a fascinating truth. By looking at pets through the lens of Scripture, we can find the greatest treasure ever known, the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
This book has helped me through a difficult time of grief and reminded me of the responsibility I possess in caring for creation. I appreciate the gospel focus of the text and the encouragement to see God’s hand at work in the lives of our pets and the world around. Excellent book for anyone developing a personal theology of the environment or struggling with the loss of a pet.
Highly recommended to all pet owners who lose their pets. So reassuring, so full of love, so sensible in describing how our pets will be in Heaven. A blessing for those that morne. One of the best books of this type I've read. Sure to give one hope.