Imago Dei

Genesis 1:26-27 | Sermon Resources | 7 May 2023

Summary

Pastor Billy continues in our Genesis sermon series coming this week to the creation of man, made in the image of God. We will consider the distinction, dignity, and direction that the image of God confers upon mankind.

Discussion Questions

  1. In this passage we learn that man is made in the image of God but not made to be God. 
    • In what ways do you tend to ignore the fact that you are a finite created being?  
    • How can you this week begin to honor the limits of your creatureliness?
  2. In what ways does this passage keep us from having too low a view of humanity?
  3. Do you agree that we live in a “disenchanted” world? A world that has lost its sense of wonder and delight? Why or why not?
  4. Read all of Psalm 8 paying particular attention to verses 4 & 5.  
    • In what way is mankind crowned with glory and honor?
    • Is this easy or hard for you to accept as true? How so?
    • How might you live your life differently if you really believed you were crowned with glory and honor as a result of being made in the image of God?
  5. In the sermon Pastor Billy made the case that the image of God is not something that can be earned or lost. Do you agree? What are the implications of thinking we have to earn the image of God or that we can lose the image of God?
  6. What is the relationship between the image of God and the following issues?
    • Abortion
    • Racism
    • Sexism
    • Transgenderism
  7. Reread verse 27. In what unique ways do men bear the image of God? In what unique ways do women bear the image of God?
  8. How should your understanding of being made in the image of God change how you live your daily life?
  9. What is the connection between the image of God and Jesus?
  10. What is one thing you will do as a result of studying this passage this week?

Resources

Talking About Bicycles by CS Lewis

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