| Colossians 1: 15-20 |
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The Preeminence of Christ
15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 16 For by[a] him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. 17 And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. 19 For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. |
No-one compares to Jesus
Wow! What an amazing section of the Bible.
Take a few minutes to reflect on some of what this teaches us about Jesus:
- Jesus shows us what God is like.
- Jesus surpasses all of creation and He played a central role in creation.
- Everything and everyone was created for Him.
- He is ahead of all things and sustains all life.
- Jesus oversees the Church.
- Jesus demonstrated His supremacy by defeating death.
- Jesus encapsulates the greatness of God.
- God sent Jesus on a mission of reconciliation and peace
The mission required Jesus to give up His life for us.
Our Saviour is not like anyone else. He is without equal in His power, authority, wisdom and perfection. His Creative power is beyond our understanding. His involvement in our world is total. His involvement in our lives is personal.
Pray that as individuals we would have a clearer vision of who Jesus is, what He has done and what He is doing. Give thanks that the Supreme One became the Suffering Servant so we could be saved.
Pray for those who don’t yet know Jesus – that their eyes would be opened and hearts receptive to His call on their lives.
“Keep your eyes on Jesus” Hebrews 12:2
Ewen, Lorna & Sophie