wow that is a thought provoking question. i'd have to say yes, theres got to be a direct connection between theologies that encourage exploitation of natural resources and the real life effect we see in the form of animal cruelty, pollution and deforestation. "theyre only here for us to consume or use however we like, it says it in the bible"

and yea the christian US seems to be successful in manipulating the whole world (for example their drug policies..christian based)