Image and Illumination is a book you'll want to read and reread, a treasure trove of spiritual insight. Through thoughtful interpretation of Scripture, Stephen applies insight in a way to challenge the believer to a greater appreciation of their faith.

Linda Wood Rondeau, Author

Stephen as a way of writing that not only brings clarity to these complex theological topics but brings them home to the reader, so they connect with these truths on a personal level.

Eric Teitelman, Pastor

Stephen has written a series of brief textual expositions on a variety of interesting, important, and sometimes difficult theological issues.

Walter Brueggemann, Columbia Theological Seminary

Stephen tackles that most basic of human questions: What does it mean to be created in the image of God? Through modern-day examples and scripture, he draws the reader ever closer to the answer found in Christ.

Sarah Hamaker, Author

 In Image and Illumination Stephen Hiemstra peels back the layers of our modern world to reveal not just what things should be, but what they one day will be through God's work in our world. You will not regret your time immersed in this book.

Aaron McMillan, Pastor