067 Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters (with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes)

Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation

What does it mean to be human? This timeless question proves critical as we seek to understand our purpose, identity, and significance. Amidst the many voices clamoring to shape our understanding of humanity, the Bible reveals important truths related to our human identity and vocation that are critical to the flourishing of all of creation.
In this episode, we unpack the profound depths of human existence and our identities in God's image. Dr. Carmen Joy Imes is our guest. She is an associate professor of Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. She is the author of Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters and Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters.
Through out the episode, we talk about how salvation is more than just a ticket to heaven; it encompasses our physical bodies, the world around us, and our role in God's restored creation. The beauty of God's presence and purpose consistently echo through the Bible, unveiling our destiny to participate and prosper in all of creation.

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Chapters

1. 067 Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters (with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes) (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Human Existence and God's Image (00:00:05)

3. Embodying God's Image and Restoring Creation (00:04:34)

4. The Significance of Being God's Image (00:15:09)

5. Being in God's Family (00:26:53)