IMAGE OF GOD (IMAGO DEI)

One day between 1995 -1996  I was introduced a religius song by a Christian fellowship on campus. At first, I could say there was no impression at all on this song, I only considered its notations; quite good and easy-received ear. Until one day through a long process of repentance, I often started singing the song and realized how theologically awesome the words in the song .... and yes, it touched me personally and it always does.

J.W. Peterson (Nov 1, 1921- Sept 20, 2006), the author, who composed the notations of the song was not just talented in music but a humble servant of God with a good theological knowledge as well because he knew the One whom he served and worshiped is the Almighty God, Master of the Universe.

May we always remember that we are His likeness.for His glory only.

(NBGs)

In the image of God, we were made long ago,

with the purpose divine, here his glory to show;
But we failed Him one day, and like sheep went astray,
thinking not of the cost, we His likeness had lost.

But from eternity, God had in mind,
the work of Calvary, the lost to find;
From His heaven so broad, Christ came down earth to trod,
so that men might live again in the image of God.

Now that I have believed, and the Saviour received,
now that I from the cry, of my guilt am relieved,
I will live for my Lord, not for gain or reward,
but for love thinking of, what His grace has restored!

I’ll never comprehend, redemption’s plan,
how Christ could condesend, to die for man;
Such a Saviour I’ll praise, to the end of my days,
as I upward, onward trod in the image of God.