Might help to identify just which Bible you’re using, as well as to turn to the original language. I’ve always preferred the KJV due to it’s masterful use of the English language, rendering sometimes awkward translated phrases into beauty and grandeur. But, that does not mean this is the only Bible that represents a strong effort to be true to the original meaning and intent in translation.
Thank you for your response. I didn't provide the 'quote', ergo I cannot 'identify' the reference.
I said that Pastor Bill argued that God said Adam was made in his 'image', and then provided a quote that said God made Adam in his 'likeness'.
Now, he has provided a quote which states both.
The following statement by Pastor Bill, in his article, then makes no sense, at least to me.
"Adam was made “in the Image of God” but Seth was born in the ‘likeness and Image of Adam…” . "
All I want is a clarification of the "BUT" part.
If we take the quote given by Pastor Bill as a good 'source', then it would mean his original statement should have been..." Adam was made “in the likeness and Image of God” but Seth was born in the ‘likeness and Image of Adam…”
Is this not true? If so, then what does the BUT in the sentence mean now ?
I've been re-reading the thread, and just wanted to compliment you on what I feel is an important, but often ignored statement.