Creation of man Quote by G C Berkouwer
““The restoration ... of the image of God ... the new nature, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness ... the new ... nature, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its Creator ... the restoration and renewal of the image will throw light upon the meaning and content of the original creation of man in the image of God.””
About This Quote
Source Theology: “The Christian Faith” 1950s
Restoring humanity’s image of God through knowledge and holiness
In simple terms: Renewal aligns humanity with divine likeness
Key Takeaway
Pursue knowledge and holiness for spiritual renewal
Themes
theology
anthropology
redemption
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal devotion
- ethical living
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to reflect God’s image?
- How does knowledge transform moral character?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of “image” vary widely
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