Man: The Crown of Creation

SERMON OUTLINE

Introduction:

I. Human being are created in the image/likeness of God
A. what this does not mean—not physical appearance

  B. what this does mean—moral likeness

  C. what are the implications of this truth--
1. we bear God’s image in the world

2. all humans have dignity, purpose

3. the true image-bearer is Jesus Christ

II. Humans beings are created to subdue the earth
A. to be subordinate rulers – “viceroys” or “regents”

  B. an example of this: Adam – Gen. 2:15,19

  C. what is the implication of this truth—we can glorify
God in our everyday work

III. Human beings are to glorify God by being fruitful
A. not just a few, but vast multitude is to be in heaven

  B. this task is to be fulfilled through marriage

  C. what are the implications of this truth--
1. stand against the currents around us

2. points to Christ and the church

Application: man’s purpose is glorify God in …