Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast What Does It Mean to Be Made in God’s Image?
Oct 31, 2025
Explore what it means to be made in God's image, emphasizing our unique moral and creative capacities. Discover the complexities of Jesus' knowledge on Earth and how it relates to his mission. Learn practical tips for discipling children, including effective family practices and recommended resources. Delve into the context of Jeremiah 29:11 and whether it applies to modern believers. Finally, gain insights on discerning a true calling to ministry versus merely a desire.
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Image Of God Is Intrinsic
- The image of God is intrinsic to being human and gives humans unique moral value and obligations.
- Characteristic capacities (reason, creativity, moral sense) are expressions, not the basis, of that image.
Avoid Tying Worth To Abilities
- Do not use particular capacities to determine human worth; treat capacities as expressions of the image, not its essence.
- Avoid valuing humans instrumentally based on abilities to prevent devaluing infants or the elderly.
Find Image By Parallels To God
- Compare human traits with God's attributes to infer how we image Him (moral nature, creativity, self-reflection).
- These parallels explain why humans can relate to God in a unique, friendship-like way.
