The Supremacy of Christ

by A Mac August 5, 2024

Colossians 1:15-29 KJV

Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: for by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: and he is before all things, and by him all things consist. And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; and, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say , whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled in the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight: if ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister; who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body's sake, which is the church: whereof I am made a minister, according to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfil the word of God; even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints: to whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.

The Supremacy of the Son of God- Colossians 1:15-23-NIV

'The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 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, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior.

The Bible, specifically the New Testament, says a great deal about Jesus Christ. Here are some key points:

Birth and Early Life

Jesus was born of a virgin, Mary, through the Holy Spirit (Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38)
He was born in Bethlehem, in the city of David (Luke 2:4-7)
Jesus was raised in Nazareth, and was known as the son of a carpenter, Joseph (Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3)

Ministry and Teachings

Jesus began his public ministry at around age 30, after being baptized by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13-17, Mark 1:9-11)
He preached the kingdom of God, and called people to repentance and faith (Matthew 4:17, Mark 1:14-15)
Jesus taught about God's love, forgiveness, and the importance of loving one's neighbors (Matthew 22:37-40, Luke 10:25-37)
He performed many miracles, including healing the sick, raising the dead, and feeding the hungry (Matthew 9:35, Mark 1:23-26, Luke 9:10-17)

Death and Resurrection

Jesus was betrayed by one of his twelve apostles, Judas Iscariot, and was arrested by the Roman authorities (Matthew 26:47-56, Mark 14:43-50)
He was tried by the Jewish leaders and the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, and was sentenced to death by crucifixion (Matthew 26:57-68, Mark 14:53-65)
Jesus was crucified on a cross, and died for the sins of humanity (Matthew 27:32-56, Mark 15:22-41)
On the third day, Jesus was raised from the dead, appearing to his disciples and proving his power over sin and death (Matthew 28:1-20, Mark 16:1-8)

Divinity and Significance

Jesus is described as the Son of God, and is considered to be fully divine and fully human (John 1:1-14, Hebrews 1:1-3)
He is seen as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and the long-awaited Messiah of Israel (Matthew 1:22-23, Luke 4:16-21)
Jesus is the founder of the Christian faith, and his teachings and legacy continue to inspire and guide millions of people around the world today.

Some key Bible verses about Jesus include:

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)
"Jesus is the stone that was rejected by the builders, which has become the cornerstone." (Acts 4:11)
"He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation." (Colossians 1:15)
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." (Hebrews 13:8)

These are just a few examples of what the Bible says about Jesus. If you have any specific questions or would like more information, feel free to ask using our Bible Scholar by clicking the Image Below.