Dr. McKellar’s Lesson for September 13, 2015

“Image is Everything” Genesis 1:26-31 Bible Study 09/13/15

To say that we live in an “image-conscious” culture these days would quickly earn us the title of “Captain Obvious.” Sadly, much of the current emphasis on “image” is externally focused and biblically substandard. This morning we will consider the “real” image as we look at the biblical affirmation of humans being created in the image of God. When you grasp the truth that humans are made in the image of God, you gain a biblical understanding of human nature.

I. Reflect the Person of God

-image/likeness emphasis
-“let us make…”
-the issue of image
-personality, morality, spirituality

II. Connect with your assignment

-fill
-receive
-rule

III. Reject sub-biblical standards

-devaluation of image
-deification of image
-disregard of image

IV. Three timeless applications

-the value of human life: image of God
-the meaning of human life: enjoyment of God
-the destiny of human life: presence of God