In 2024, the world recorded its hottest year, with global temperatures averaging 1.48°C above pre-industrial levels.
Major meteorological organizations report that temperatures continue to rise, nearing the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement. Scientists warn that exceeding this limit could lead to catastrophic consequences, and the speed of warming has surprised even experienced climate researchers.
A leading climate scientist recently remarked that changes are happening more rapidly and intensely than expected. The rise in heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires shows a stressed climate system. New satellite data from early 2025 indicates that the Arctic and Antarctic are losing ice at unprecedented rates.
The Arctic has recorded its lowest winter sea ice extent at 13.3 million square kilometers, nearly one million square kilometers below the 1981-2010 average. In Antarctica, sea ice has reached its lowest minimum for the third year. This rapid melting raises sea levels, disrupts global weather patterns, and threatens wildlife reliant on the ice.
Records have been set for hurricanes, wildfires, droughts, and heat waves in recent years. In 2024, the U.S. faced its most active hurricane season with over 30 named storms, while Australia experienced wildfires covering over 18 million hectares, and Europe endured its most prolonged heatwave on record.
Extreme weather events are increasing in frequency, intensity, and destruction. In a year, natural disasters caused over $120 billion in insurance losses and displaced many families. Scientists view these incidents as signs of a planetary crisis linked to rising temperatures.
Oceans, which absorb about 90% of the excess heat from global warming, are warming at unprecedented rates. In 2024, average ocean temperatures reached an all-time high, and marine heatwaves are becoming increasingly widespread.
Rising ocean temperatures disrupt marine ecosystems, causing coral bleaching and threatening vital fish populations. This rapid warming weakens ocean currents and contributes to climate change. Recent studies show that ocean heat content is increasing twice as fast as twenty years ago, leading to a significant loss of life on Earth.
The World Wildlife Fund’s 2024 Living Planet Report shows that global wildlife populations have declined by an average of 69% since 1970.
Habitat loss due to climate change and human development drives many species toward extinction, including polar bears, orangutans, and sea turtles. This biodiversity loss threatens food security, clean air, and water for everyone. To protect our planet, we must also safeguard its wildlife.
Farmers worldwide are struggling as shifting weather patterns disrupt traditional growing seasons. Droughts, floods, and heat waves have cut crop yields in key regions like the American Midwest, India, and Africa.
According to the latest UN report, over 820 million people face chronic hunger, which has risen sharply in recent years. Rising temperatures also increase the threat of crop diseases and pests, complicating farming. This food crisis affects developing and developed nations, with soaring supermarket prices impacting families everywhere.
The climate crisis is increasing health emergencies worldwide. In 2024, heatwaves caused thousands of deaths in Europe, Asia, and North America, while air pollution from wildfires and fossil fuels is leading to record respiratory illnesses, especially in children and the elderly.
Flood-related areas are witnessing a rise in waterborne diseases like cholera. The World Health Organization has declared climate change the most significant health threat to humanity.
Hospitals and emergency services are overwhelmed by the demand from climate-related disasters, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and trauma. The costs of climate inaction are rising rapidly, exceeding $650 billion annually worldwide, with developing countries facing the most tremendous impact.
Infrastructure damage and healthcare expenses are straining public budgets, while insurance companies are withdrawing from high-risk areas, complicating recovery efforts for families and businesses. This situation is widening the economic gap between wealthy and poorer nations, as vulnerable communities lack the resources to adapt and rebuild.
Proverbs 22:9 He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor.
Proverbs 14:31 He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
Proverbs 28:27 He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Proverbs 19:17 He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
Hosea 4:1 The LORD hath a controversy with the inhabitants of the land because there is no truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land.
Hosea 4:2 By swearing, and lying, and killing, and stealing, and committing adultery, they break out, and blood toucheth blood.
Hosea 4:3 Therefore shall the land mourn, and everyone that dwelleth therein shall languish=lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble, with the beasts of the field, and with the fowls of heaven; yea, the fishes of the sea also shall be taken away.
Luke 21:11 And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and diseases; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.
Luke 21:25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring;
Luke 21:28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
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