Becoming God's Family: Interview with Carmen Imes

Becoming God's Family: Interview with Carmen Imes

From Expedition 44 by Expedition 44

October 30, 2025 · 57 min

About this episode

Dr. Carmen Imes discusses her book on the importance of the church in modern society.

In this episode Dr. Will Ryan and Dr. Matt interview Dr. Carmen Imes on her new book Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters. Buy the book: https://a.co/d/7WM6q7F Does the church still matter in our modern world? After waves of disillusionment, #churchtoo movements, and political divides, it’s easy to question the value of investing in the church. Yet Carmen Joy Imes offers a profound answer that resonates through the pages of Becoming God’s Family . Exploring the familial and communal identity of the church, Imes traces the thread of God's presence in the gathered community of faith across the entire Bible. She invites readers into a vision of the church that is rooted deeply in Scripture and speaks directly to the challenges we face today. Imes reminds us of a powerful truth―God delights in the global, intergenerational family He has created. Through this book, you'll discover that God keeps His promises. When God’s people gather together, God shows up. Whether you’re struggling to reconnect with the church, seeking a constructive vision for its role in our world, or longing to better understand its biblical foundations, this book offers clarity, hope, and…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Will Ryan, Dr. Matt

Guest: Dr. Carmen Imes

Topics covered

  • church relevance
  • community identity
  • biblical foundations
  • God's presence
  • modern challenges

Keywords

  • church
  • Carmen Imes
  • God's family
  • community
  • faith
  • biblical text
  • modern relevance

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Books & works: Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters

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