It's a common perception that science and religion are mutually exclusive. But there are many scientists who would consider themselves to be spiritual people.

We must also suffer the consequences of our past decisions. And for that, we must open our hearts to those in need.

I think the biggest pushback comes from people who perceive me to be a threat. Having bloggers who are dedicated to making up false information about you, having anonymous people write nasty emails and letters, having organizations file legal requests for your work-related emails, and all the other things that happen can be very depressing and discouraging.

If you can frame climate change as an alternate religion, or as one more of those issues where the pointy-headed liberal atheist scientists are trying to discredit the Bible, then you've already got a ton of people on your side who are concerned about heresy, other religions, or teaching evolution in schools.

I don't think there are any churches that have "Thou shalt not believe in climate change" written in their actual statement of faith.

For many of us, our values come from our faith.

My faith tells me that God does want people to understand climate change and do something about it.