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What Does It Mean to Be Made in God's Image
Fr. Matthias Shehad explains what it means to be created in the image of God by highlighting key aspects such as reason, free will, and consciousness. He contrasts human intellect with animal instinct and emphasizes human immortality, illustrating that life continues beyond death either in heaven or hell. Fr. Matthias also discusses the unique status of humans as children of God, a privilege not granted even to angels who have remained obedient. He reflects on the paradox that humanity, despite its shortcomings, shares in God’s nature and is valued differently from all other creations. This…
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