Why Soil Matters to God's People: Connecting Biology Our Creator's Work

The first time Kent Holle looked through a microscope at a small amount of living soil, he pushed back from the lens and said, "Oh, my God"-not as an exclamation, but as a prayer of praise. The ground he had always known as God's creation suddenly appeared alive with astonishing order and abundance.Why Soil Matters to God's People brings Scripture and soil biology together, showing that caring for the land is more than good agricultural practice-it is an act of faithful stewardship. From Genesis and the first garden to the Bible's promise of renewed creation, Kent explores how roots, bacteria, fungi, earthworms, and the unseen soil food web reflect the wisdom of their Creator.Written as both a practical guide and a Bible study, the book includes key passages from the Berean Standard Bible alongside clear explanations, reflection questions, field observations, prayers, and simple actions for the farm, pasture, garden, or backyard.You do not need to be a scientist or farmer. You only need to be willing to look more closely-and perhaps see the ground beneath your feet with new eyes.