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LU LIFE CHURCH 2026 Super Wednesdays A Year THROUGH THE SCRPTURES Topic ‘HOPE & JUSTICE’

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NOTES from 28th January 2026

2026 LU LIFE CHURCH HOPE & JUSTICE A Year THROUGH THE SCRPTURES

The Bible consistently weaves the themes of social justice and hope from Genesis to Revelation, rooting them in God’s own character and his redemptive plan for creation.

Genesis: Creation and the Foundation of Justice

The foundation of social justice begins in Genesis with the declaration that all human beings are created in the image of God

Today’s Scripture Reading NSJV (Genesis 1:27).

Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our alikeness; let them have dominion/authority over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.” So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.

This establishes the intrinsic worth and equal dignity of every person, regardless of social status, race, or gender, a revolutionary idea in the ancient world. The original mandate includes human responsibility for caring for the earth (stewardship) and for one another, setting the stage for a society of love and belonging.

The biblical narrative starts with God creating human beings as his image-bearers (Genesis 1:26-27). Their role is to be his vice-regents to rule over and care for his good creation.

Genesis 1:26-27 records the creation of humanity in God’s image and likeness, establishing a unique identity, value, and purpose for both male and female. God grants humans stewardship or “dominion” over the earth, including fish, birds, livestock, and wild animals. This passage defines humanity’s role as God’s representatives.

Key Points to note

  • Divine Image: Humans are uniquely created in the “image” and “likeness” of God.
  • Shared Dominion: Both men and women are given authority to rule over the earth’s creatures.
  • Male and Female: Humanity is explicitly created as male and female.
  • Purpose: These verses establish that every human possesses inherent dignity, value, and a specific, noble purpose.
  • “Let Us”: The use of plural language (“Let us make”) is often understood as a reference to the Trinity or divine council.
  • Role of Stewardship: The dominion mentioned is not for exploitation but stewardship, caring for the earth on behalf of the Creator.
  • Foundation of Human Identity: This passage is foundational for Christian theology regarding the worth of human life.