Created in the Image of God

Created in the Image of God

Every human life possesses meaning, value, and dignity because every person is created in the image of God. In this weekend reflection from Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Genesis 1:27 provides the foundation for a biblical understanding of human identity. Our identity is not ultimately determined by cultural labels, personal experiences, accomplishments, or outward characteristics. It is rooted in the God who created us. Sin has distorted how people understand themselves and treat others, but the gospel renews believers according to God's design. Understanding the image of God helps Christians recognize their God-given purpose and treat every person with dignity. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Made in the Image of God

What gives human life value? Our culture often points to intelligence, ability, achievement, status, or usefulness. Scripture gives a very different answer: every person possesses inherent dignity because every person is made in the image of God. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains Genesis 1:26–27 and considers what it means for humanity to reflect and represent God, relate to Him, and live under His authority. Sin has distorted humanity, but it has not erased the image of God. Through Christ, believers are being renewed to reflect God more clearly. This truth shapes how Christians understand their own value, treat others with dignity, and respond to cultural ideas that reduce human worth to performance or identity labels. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

God’s Design for Marriage and Covenant Faithfulness

In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Genesis 2:24 gives Christians the foundation for understanding marriage. Marriage is rooted in creation, designed by God, and established as a covenant that reflects His purposes and glory. Dave also explains why marriage matters today, how it provides clarity in a confused culture, and how marriage points beyond itself to the relationship between Christ and the church. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Gender and God’s Created Design

Few topics today generate more confusion than gender. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains from Genesis 1:27 that gender is rooted in God's created design, not self-definition or cultural opinion. Dave helps Christians think biblically about gender, identity, creation, and compassion, encouraging believers to speak the truth with clarity, gentleness, and care. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

When Identity Is Separated from God

Identity is one of the defining conversations of our day, but Scripture teaches that true identity begins with God, not self-definition. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why separating identity from the Creator leads to confusion, distorted truth, and misplaced purpose, while showing that genuine clarity is found only through Christ and His Word. Explore more episodes of Contending for the Word Q&A at https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/