- Sun, Dec 19, 2010
Sports, Art, and Creativity: Part of Being Made in the Image of God (video)
Randy Alcorn talks with coach Joe Gibbs about culture in the context of being made in God's image.
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- Thu, Feb 04, 2010
- Christian Life
What does it mean that we are created in God’s image?
So in Genesis 1, the idea is clearly that man somehow represents something of or about God, including His presence in the world and His authority. Since we know from other passages that it is not that God has arms, hands, or other bodily parts, the resemblance must be less concrete and more “essential.” None of the other creations of God (whether animal or angel) are in God’s image. We resemble His attributes as much as the material can emulate the perfect Immaterial.
- Thu, Jan 07, 2010
- Christian Life
Does It Matter What Others Think?
The answer is not simple. Some biblical texts seem to say no. Others, yes. For example, Jesus warned us: “Woe to you when all men speak well of you” (Luke 6:26). And his own enemies saw in him an indifference to what others thought: “Teacher, we know that you are true, and care for no man; for you do not regard the position of men but truly teach the way of God” (Mark 12:14). Paul said that if he tried to please men he would no longer be a servant of Christ: “Am I now seeking the favor ...
