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Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters

by Carmen Joy Imes

Human identity and vocation in Genesis

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Human identity and vocation in Genesis

Carmen Joy Imes examines the creation narratives in Genesis through the biblical idea that every human being is made in God’s image. The book traces how that identity relates to humanity’s vocation to rule on God’s behalf, then considers its implications for work, gender relations, care for creation, and eternal destiny. Its theological discussion connects questions of human purpose with the flourishing of creation and the possibility of a beloved community. A discussion guide supports personal reflection or group study, and links point to related BibleProject videos.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers exploring the theological meaning of the creation narratives in Genesis.
  • Individuals or groups seeking material for reflection and discussion about human identity, vocation, and care for creation.

Themes

Imago Dei and human identityHuman vocation and stewardshipWork and gender relationsCreation careCommunity and relationship with God

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Book overview

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.

Carmen Joy Imes seeks to recover the theologically rich message of the creation narratives starting in the book of Genesisas they illuminate what it means to be human. Every human being is created as God's image. Imago Dei is our human identity, and God appointed humans to rule on God's behalf. Being God's Image explores the implications of this kinship relationship with God and considers what it means for our work, our gender relations, our care for creation, and our eternal destiny. The Bible invites us into a dramatically different quality of life: a beloved community in which we can know God and one another as we are truly known.

In Being God's Image, you'll find:

  • Imes's clear, insightful exploration of our deepest questions: what it means to be human,
  • A discussion guide for personal reflection or group study,
  • Additional links to related video material through the BibleProject.
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