“Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” Genesis 1:26 ESV

“God knew what he was doing from the very beginning. He decided from the outset to shape the lives of those who love him along the same lines as the life of his Son. The Son stands first in the line of humanity he restored. We see the original and intended shape of our lives there in him.” Romans 8:29 MSG

“Take on an entirely new way of life—a God-fashioned life, a life renewed from the inside and working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces his character in you.” Ephesians 4.24 MSG

“Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.” Philippians 2.12-13 ESV

Day 22 of 40: Being created in the image and likeness of God is a big deal – it places humanity in a position of privilege and is the intrinsic source of our dignity. As Warren points out – that’s why murder and abortion are offences against God.

We are like God in that we are spiritual, intellectual, relational, and morally conscious beings. But we are NOT God… not even close. So what’s the point of this chapter – Becoming like Christ? Continue reading “PDL 22 – Created to Become Like Christ” →