Who Was God Talking To When He Said, “Let Us Make Man in Our Image”?

Welcome to Day 6 of our 60-Day Challenge! But before we tackle today’s question, let’s take a moment to reflect on the question from Day 5: Did we live as premortal spirits before we came to earth?

This is one of the most intriguing and significant questions when it comes to understanding our eternal nature and God's plan for us. The idea of a premortal existence—the belief that we lived as spirits before we came to earth—offers a powerful perspective on the purpose of life, why we are here, and where we are going.

What the Scriptures Say

The Bible gives us hints that point toward a premortal existence. One of the clearest verses is found in Jeremiah 1:5, where God tells the prophet, “Before I formed thee in the belly, I knew thee.” This suggests that Jeremiah existed in some form before his physical body was created—God knew him as a spirit, even before his mortal birth. This powerful passage speaks to the idea that we are known and loved by God long before we arrive on earth.

Then there’s Job 38:4-7, where God reminds Job of a time when “all the sons of God shouted for joy” as He laid the foundation of the earth. This passage seems to imply that we, as spiritual children of God, existed and witnessed the creation of the world. It paints a picture of an assembly of spirits—God’s children—joyfully watching His grand work unfold.

In Hebrews 12:9, God is referred to as the “Father of spirits,” reinforcing the idea that we are His spiritual offspring before we take on physical bodies. And Acts 17:29 echoes this, declaring that “we are the offspring of God.” These verses support the concept that our existence began long before we entered this mortal life, and that we are, in fact, part of a much larger, eternal family.

What Does This Mean for Us?

If we lived as premortal spirits before coming to earth, it fundamentally changes how we see ourselves and our purpose. It means that this life is not the beginning, nor is it the end—it’s a chapter in a much greater story. This understanding brings a sense of eternal perspective to our everyday lives. It reminds us that we are here on earth for a reason, that our lives are part of a divine plan, and that God has known us and prepared us for this life long before we were born.

The idea of a premortal life also adds incredible meaning to our relationship with God. If we were with Him before this life, it shows how deeply He knows us, loves us, and desires for us to succeed. It also explains why we sometimes feel a deep longing for something greater—a spiritual homesickness, if you will—because we are, in a sense, returning to Him.

What Happens Next?

Understanding that we had a premortal existence opens up deeper questions about what happens after this life. If we came from God and are here to learn, grow, and develop spiritually, it means that we are preparing for something even greater to come. The choices we make here matter in the grand scheme of God’s eternal plan.

So, did we live as premortal spirits before we came to earth? The scriptures certainly suggest so, and this belief gives us profound insight into our true identity and purpose. We are not just random beings living temporary lives—we are eternal spirits, beloved children of God, with a divine mission to fulfill.

I encourage you to ponder this idea and explore it further. How does understanding your premortal existence change the way you see your life here on earth? How does it influence the way you live and the choices you make?

What to Reflect On for Today's Challenge:

Today’s question takes us all the way back to the beginning, to the creation of mankind. In Genesis 1:26-27, God says, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” But who was He speaking to? Who was the "us" in this statement?

This is one of the most debated and fascinating questions in theology. Was God speaking to Christ? To the Holy Spirit? Or perhaps to other divine beings? The phrase “in our image” suggests a conversation among divine figures, and understanding this can give us a deeper appreciation for the nature of God and the creation of mankind.

As we ponder this question, we also reflect on what it means to be created in God’s image. If we are made in His likeness, how does that shape the way we live, treat others, and understand our divine potential?

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this! Take some time to study Genesis 1:26-27, and let’s explore this profound question together. Share your insights in the comments, and let’s continue this journey of discovery as we seek the truth about our divine nature and God’s eternal plan.

Transcription:

     Hi, my name is Joe Cirillo with Gospel First, and thanks once again for your decision to follow me in this exciting journey to find Christ's restored church in our day. But before I give you question number six, did you get the answers to question number five? Did we live as premortal spirits before we came to earth?

Well, now you can find the answers in Jeremiah chapter 1 verse 5 and Job 38 verses 4 to 7. Speaking to a prophet, Jeremiah, in Jeremiah 1. 5, the Lord said, Before I formed thee in the belly, I knew thee, and before thou camest forth out of the womb, I sanctified thee. And Acts chapter 17 verse 29 says, For as much then as we are the offspring of God.

And then Hebrew chapter 12 verse 9 says, “For Furthermore, we have had fathers of our flesh, which corrected us, and gave them reverence. Shall we not rather be a subjection unto the Father of our spirits, and live?” And Job 38, verses 4-7 says, “Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said, “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth?

Tell me, if you have understanding, who determined its measurement? Thoroughly you know, or who stretched the line upon it? To what were the foundations fastened? Or who laid his cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the sons of God shouted for joy.” So here's question number six. Who was God talking to when he said, Let us make man in our image and after our likeness in Genesis chapter 1 verse 26 to 27.

And I'd love to hear your thoughts.