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He is the revelation of God
- He must be exalted because he is the revelation of God. He reveals God to us. Paul says he is the “image” of the invisible God. The word “image” is eikon in the Greek, which means “an exact representation and revelation,” 2 and was used of an idol, picture, or statue.
bible.org/seriespage/4-preeminence-christ-colossians-115-194. The Preeminence Of Christ (Colossians 1:15-19) | Bible.org
Christ’s exaltation has great benefit and significance for those who follow Him. Paul wrote to Timothy about what it takes for a person to follow Christ. We will be subject to great suffering and persecution in this world for the sake of Christ (2 Timothy 3:12).
- We Should Exalt Christ Because He Is The Revelation of God
- We Should Exalt Christ Because He Is Supreme Over All of Creation
- We Should Exalt Christ Because He Is The Head of The Church
- We Should Exalt Christ Because He Is The Firstborn from Among The Dead
- We Should Exalt Christ Because He Is Sufficient
- Conclusion
“He is the image of the invisible God” (Col. 1:15). Why should Christ be exalted in our lives and throughout all creation? He must be exalted because he is the revelation of God. He reveals God to us. Paul says he is the “image” of the invisible God. The word “image” is eikon in the Greek, which means “an exact representation and revelation,”2 and ...
“The firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together” (Col. 1:15–17). Paul then makes the argument that not only should Ch...
“And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him” (Col. 1:18–19). Another reason Paul calls for Christ to be exalted is because he is the head of the church. The metaphor of the church a...
“And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him” (Col. 1:18–19). Another reason that Christ is supreme is because he is the firstborn among the dead. What does that mean? Interpretation...
“For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him” (Col. 1:19). In this text, Paul says Christ is worthy of being exalted because he is sufficient. He said that the fullness of God dwells in him, and in verse 20 he adds “and through him to reconcile to himself all things.” Essentially, Paul is saying Christ is sufficient for salvation and ...
Why is Christ the preeminent one? Why should Christ be exalted in our lives and in the entire earth? 1. Christ should be exalted because he is the image of God. He is the revelation of God. 2. Christ should be exalted because he is the firstborn whom God has given all the rights and privileges. 1. He is firstborn because he is the creator. He is th...
Sep 17, 2019 · This is none other than the Lord Jesus Christ and that’s who Paul wants to talk about next. He goes right from the prayer, redemption, forgiveness of sins, and he says this: “He” referring to Jesus – look at v. 15, “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.
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- Translation. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, 1:19 for I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayers and the support of the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
- Outline. A. Paul’s Circumstances (1:12-18a) 1. The Advancement of the Gospel through Preaching (1:12-14) a. General Statement about Paul’s Circumstances (1:12)
- Paul’s Circumstances: Perspective, Joy, and Mission in Life. (1:18b-26) If you have not read the lesson on 1:12-18a, we encourage you to do this now.
- Principles for Application 1. How do we view are circumstances? Do we have such a view of God that when bad things happen we conclude that nothing good can come of it?
Paul is referring to Christ's resurrection from the dead, of course, but also to his ascension into heaven, where "God exalted him to his own right hand as Prince and Savior" (Acts 5:31; cf. 2:33). This passage has strong echoes from of Isaiah 53 also.
May 18, 2011 · The number and variety of names that Paul uses here indicates that no authority greater than Christ can be conceived. In fulfillment of Psalm 110, the divine Son of David has received the honor and authority due Him, and even the strongest malevolent powers are subject to His sovereignty.
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Sep 16, 2021 · The ultimate picture of humility is Jesus Christ, for reasons that this week's passage will make clear. If anyone in the universe doesn't have to be humble, it's Jesus. And yet, He submitted Himself not just to the most humble position, but to the most humiliating position.
