This post is by John Hammett (Professor of Systematic Theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.), and is adapted from Hammett’s chapter in A Theology for the Church (Second Edition, Forthcoming). To see the entire “Bearing God’s Image” series click here. Most people at one time or another pause to consider the enigma of human nature. Humans are capable of great acts of love,...

This post is by Philip Nation (Director of Adult Ministry Publishing at Lifeway Christian Resources). To see the entire series click here. Image is a word associated with many things in our day. People maintain an image in front of others. An image is an idea or concept still being worked out. We work on our self-image. Perhaps the word...

This post is by Micah Fries (Vice President of Lifeway Research). To see the entire series click here. When Work Becomes Worship  Americans love hard workers. Work hard and you get elevated in your career, earn greater respect among your peers and see increasing affection from your family as you are able to provide more and more. Hard work, coupled...

This post is by Brandon Smith (Director of Gospel-Centered Discipleship). To see the entire series click here. The word “vocation” has certain connotations depending on who you ask. For some, it’s merely a 9-5 job that puts food on the table and pays the mortgage. For others, it’s a sphere of work in which they can thrive and use their talents well....

This post is by Matt Capps (Brand Manager of The Gospel Project). To see the entire series click here. The Need for Physical Rest As we get older, it is inevitable that we will wear down physically. In turn, our need for rest and recuperation becomes more noticeable. At least, that’s been my experience in the last few years. When I do...

This is a guest post by Trillia Newbell (Managing Editor for Women of God Magazine). To see the entire series click here. As God’s image bearers we are all equal. We are equal in dignity and worth. We are created equally in His image. We are also fallen equally (Romans 3:23). Genesis 1:26 explains that God created man in His image. Of...