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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 47 MIN

Dr. Carmen Joy Imes | Why does the Church Still Matter?

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In the season 3 premiere of Creating Space, Scott Lackey sits down with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor of Old Testament at Biola University and author of several books, including Bearing God's Name and Being God's Image, to explore her latest work, Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters. Dr. Imes brings her scholarly expertise and relatable insight to unpack what it means to belong to God's family, why community is central to the Christian life, and how to walk through church hurt. Please like, share, and subscribe to Creating Space Book Recommendations: Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes

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