Global population passed the 7 billion mark recently (either last year or this year, depending on who is counting), and continues to grow. While reaching the 7 billion mark generated significant conversation, it seems to be forgotten by most now as other national and global issues prove more pressing or of greater personal interest. Nonetheless, it remains important for people of faith to be aware not only of our current population, but of just how recent a development the population explosion truly is.
So What?
Projections suggest the world could be home to 10 billion people as early as 2050. The growth, however, will not impact everyone equally. Most of the projected growth will be in developing countries.
How does your religious understanding contribute to your overall perspective on living in an era of unprecedented global population with projections of significant growth in the decades ahead? your views on how best to use the earth’s limited resources?