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Carmen Joy Imes

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Associate Professor of Old Testament, Talbot School of Theology; Author of Bearing God's Name, Being God's Image, and Becoming God's Family. YouTuber: Torah Tuesday.

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Torah Tuesday Bonus:

New podcast episode on Becoming God's Family with Matthew Lynch for OnScript: open.spotify.com/episode/5dRh...

(Ok, it's been out for two weeks, but I didn't hear about it until this morning because I've been traveling a lot!)

24.02.2026 21:57 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

These two facts easily connect.
Those who turn a blind eye to moral failure in a church leader will also turn a blind eye to moral failure in a political leader. And vice versa.

24.02.2026 21:40 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Carmen is showing 10 fingers to illustrate the caption "10 Tools that help me write"

Carmen is showing 10 fingers to illustrate the caption "10 Tools that help me write"

Today I’m highlighting 10 tools that can help you organize your thoughts in a way that takes your writing project from start to finish.

youtu.be/aEAoqROAqeQ

24.02.2026 15:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How to Be a Writer
YouTube video by Carmen Joy Imes How to Be a Writer

So you want to be a writer, but you feel stuck or don't know where to start? I got you:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnpM...
#torahtuesday #writingtips

17.02.2026 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Carmen is sitting at her desk. The title reads: Most Common Student Writing Mistakes: Biblical Studies Edition

Carmen is sitting at her desk. The title reads: Most Common Student Writing Mistakes: Biblical Studies Edition

Continuing my series on writing tips for students of biblical studies (and theology). Which of these was new to you?
Attention professors: share these with your students for smoother grading!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xe-4...

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#146. Before You Give Up on the Church… Listen to This - Our Urban Voices 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.Dr Carmen Joy I...

New podcast episode: oururbanvoices.com/captivate-po...

10.02.2026 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today I'm dropping by with research tips for students in Biblical Studies. Here are the Top Ten Mistakes I've observed, so you can avoid them!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uo3p...

03.02.2026 14:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two Subversive Midwives
YouTube video by The Chick Report with Dr. Sandra Glahn Two Subversive Midwives

Torah Tuesday Bonus -- an interview with Dr. Sandra Glahn on the midwives of Exodus. Is civil disobedience ever sanctioned by God? Watch and learn.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4PF...

27.01.2026 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Carmen is sitting at her desk smiling. The title reads "5 Pro Tips for Better Writing"

Carmen is sitting at her desk smiling. The title reads "5 Pro Tips for Better Writing"

My best writing adviceβ€”right here at your fingertips.

Students, these pro tips will make your papers sing. Even if you’ve published several books already, this advice could help you produce smoother, more engaging writing without a lot of extra work!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmSw...

27.01.2026 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes received the IVP Readers' Choice Award in the Biblical Studies and Theology category

Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes received the IVP Readers' Choice Award in the Biblical Studies and Theology category

Thanks so all of you who voted in the Readers' Choice Awards!

If you've been waiting for a sale, you now have a 40% discount on winning titles with discount code IVPRCA25!
www.ivpress.com/becoming-god...

26.01.2026 15:28 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Carmen sits at her desk smiling at the camera. The title reads "Level up your writing with these tips!"

Carmen sits at her desk smiling at the camera. The title reads "Level up your writing with these tips!"

Would you like to grow as a writer? Here are five simple ways to improve the quality of your writing.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEKO...

20.01.2026 15:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Time to vote in the final round of the
@ivpress.bsky.social Reader's Choice Awards! I'm excited about the finalists in Biblical Studies and Theology. 😊https://ivpress.com/readerschoice
Vote by Wednesday night!

19.01.2026 15:50 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nominate Your Favorite IVP Books of 2025! From Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2025, IVP published more than 100 new titles. We need your help to select the fan favorites for our annual Readers’ Choice Awards! Participate in the awards and be en...

Have you taken a moment to nominate your favorite @ivpress.bsky.social books of 2025?
www.ivpress.com/readerschoice

15.01.2026 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I was delighted to talk with Sean McDowell and Scott Rae about why the church still matters.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Nxh...

13.01.2026 21:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A new series over on my YT channel -- advice for students & writers. I hope these videos help you (or a student you know) get the most out of college!
We started a new semester yesterday at @biolau. Such an honor to teach these students!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsHg...

13.01.2026 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Am I coming to your neck of the woods this year?
open.substack.com/pub/carmenjo...

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Thanks, Andy. Such a loss.

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Isn't it horrible?!
I can't even.

23.12.2025 22:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Losing two mentors in one weekend is more than my heart can bear. I don't know another way through the grief other than to write about it.

Dan Treier, you made the world a much better place. We'll miss you terribly.

open.substack.com/pub/carmenjo...

23.12.2025 21:06 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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On the shortest day of the year, we lost a man who had everything to do with who I have become (well, at least all the best parts). He's likely influenced you as well, even if you never met him. Here's why:
open.substack.com/pub/carmenjo...

22.12.2025 15:35 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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20 Truths From 'Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters' Dr. Carmen Imes new book, "Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters," is a beautiful call to care for and be a part of the church.

churchleaders.com/news/2208417...

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My only brother is younger, so nope.

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Thanks so much!

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Sounds like I just barely missed both of you!

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The Christianity Today Book Awards - Christianity Today Our picks for the books most likely to shape evangelical life, thought, and culture.

Really grateful that my latest book, Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters, received an Award of Merit from @christianitytoday.com in the Popular Theology category!

www.christianitytoday.com/2025/12/chri...

03.12.2025 16:13 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

What grade/subject did you teach and when? I was at DC from 1982 to 1995. :)

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I'm on the Holy Post today talking about why the church still matters. Check it out!
youtu.be/MdRjKTX7t3o?...

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Carmen has a scared and confused look on her face as she's reading the Bible. The title reads, "Puzzled by Old Testament Prophecy?"

Carmen has a scared and confused look on her face as she's reading the Bible. The title reads, "Puzzled by Old Testament Prophecy?"

Today's YouTube video addresses a topic that baffles many Bible readers -- how to get the most out of Old Testament prophecy. I recommend books, but I also offer some tips to get your started without any extra reading.
#torahtuesday #toptwobooks
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzXQ...

04.11.2025 15:44 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters [Imes, Carmen Joy, McCaulley, Esau] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters

We do this by gathering to worship and hear the Word while we wait together for Christ’s return. Let’s not give up this habit. The world depends upon it. 2/2

My new book is out. I'm praying for a reformation. A realignment. A revival!

@ivpacademic.bsky.social

www.amazon.com/Becoming-God...

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Becoming Part of God’s Family - Christianity Today Weekly participation in ordinary church life isn’t flashy, but it is radical.

I was honored to write again for
@christianitytoday.com -- this time on why the church still matters.

Week after week we resist the temptation to sort ourselves into factions and exclude those who have no worldly power to wield on our behalf. 1/2
www.christianitytoday.com/2025/10/beco...

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