About Dr. Carmen Imes

Carmen Imes

Associate Professor of Old Testament

Dr. Carmen Imes is Associate Professor of Old Testament at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology. She is passionate about helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. She has published the books "Bearing God's Name" (IVP 2019), "Being God's Image" (IVP 2023), and "Becoming God's Family" (IVP 2025). She has appeared on over 200 podcasts and radio shows. Dr. Imes releases weekly "Torah Tuesday" videos on her YouTube channel. You can find her writing at Christianity Today, Politics of Scripture, and The Well (InterVarsity). Her academic journey began when Carmen and her husband served as missionaries in the Philippines with SIM International, reaching out to ethnic minorities. Prof. Imes loves introducing students to the rich insights of the global church.

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