Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters - Dr. Carmen Imes

Why should the caretakers of the land care about it if it's all gonna burn? Matt and Nick chat with Dr. Carmen Imes about her book 'Being God's Image.' She explains the importance of regular spiritual practices and how her work relates to everyday life and our understanding of human identity. Commenting on the connection between the image of God and creation care, Dr. Imes emphasizes that the Christian hope is thoroughly practical and political. She also discusses the role of Jesus in embodying the image of God. Additionally, she shares about her upcoming projects including a commentary on Exodus and a curriculum on scripture and multicultural identities.

Resources Referenced: Being God’s Image by Carmen Imes, Bearing God’s Name by Carmen Imes, Torah Tuesday Podcast by Carmen Imes, An Introduction to Biblical Hebrew Syntax by Bruce K. Waltke and Michael Patrick O'Connor

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