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What Does “Image of God” Mean?
In this series, Pete Enns discusses what it means to be made in God’s image according to Genesis 1:26-27. These verses show that humans are made in God’s image in order to rule over all creation as representatives of God. He argues that humanity’s image is not wrapped up in their soul, but in their role as caretakers. In this discussion, he mentions that God commands Israel to make no graven images to represent God because humans are living images themselves. Ultimately, Jesus is the perfect image of God, and humans are called to live in Christ.
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What Does “Image of God” Mean? Part 1
The phrase “image of God” is not about what makes us human. It is about humanity’s unique role in being God’s kingly representatives in creation.
What Does “Image of God” Mean? Part 2
This psalm is a great summary of what "image of God" means. There is nothing in all of creation that has a higher status than humanity.
What Does “Image of God” Mean? Part 3
One of the portraits the New Testament paints of Jesus is that of ultimate image-bearer of God. Jesus fully reflects God’s image; he is the true representative of God in his creation.
What Does “Image of God” Mean? Part 4
So, what does it mean for Christians to be image bearers of God?