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Made in the Likeness of God | IMAGE

In this powerful message, Pastor Dave launches a new series exploring one of the most transformative truths in Scripture: we are made in God's image and likeness (Genesis 1:26). This isn't just about physical appearance—it's about the divine DNA written into every person, reflecting God's moral, rational, and relational capacities. Pastor Dave shares how this revelation personally transformed his struggle with self-control, explaining that when we truly understand whose image we bear, it changes everything about how we see ourselves and what we believe we can become. The problem isn't who God made us to be—it's the distorted mirrors through which we view Him and ourselves. Many of us see God only through the lens of disappointment, judgment, or frustration, creating a distorted self-perception. We live in the shadow of those who've gone before us rather than in the shadow of our Creator. But when we discover the fullness of who God really is—not just meek and mild, but also a roaring lion, consuming fire, and wild creator—we begin to understand who we truly are. This series challenges us to remove the wrong lenses and labels, asking: What of God do I need to be? What of God do I want to be? Whether it's self-control, creativity, forgiveness, or peace, we can live from our divine design rather than our earthly limitations. *[6:38] Genesis 1:26 - The Foundation* - "Let us make mankind in our image and in our likeness" reveals we're made in the image of ALL of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. *[10:01] Design Reveals Destiny* - The mathematical impossibility of our existence points to intentional design, and that design reveals our purpose. *[13:05] Image vs. Likeness* - "Image" is fixed and given—an unchangeable divine mark. "Likeness" is progressive—we grow into God's resemblance. *[14:32] Living from Self-Perception* - Everything we do flows from who we think we are. Wrong self-perception keeps us trapped in limiting identities. *[18:02] Distorted Mirrors* - We view God through distorted lenses, seeing only judgment or disappointment instead of the fullness of His character. *[23:32] Who Do You Reflect?* - We mirror what we behold. Are you reflecting those who've gone before you, or the One who made you? *[26:28] Creativity Saves Marriages* - A husband transformed his marriage by realizing he was made in the image of the ultimate Creator, not just his earthly father's example. *[28:44] Practical Steps* - Remove the lenses (what you always/never say about yourself), remove the labels (failure, weak), and ask: What of God do I need to be? This message offers deep healing for those struggling with identity, purpose, and self-worth. When we see ourselves as Genesis 1:26 people, it doesn't just change us—it destroys racism, sexism, and prejudice, because we recognize the divine design in every person. --- Courageous Church is in Charleston South Carolina. We are here to help you experience a life-changing relationship with Jesus. Learn more: ⮕ https://www.courageouscharleston.com/ Plan a Visit to Courageous Church: https://www.courageouscharleston.com/... Give to Courageous Church: https://www.courageouscharleston.com/...