Today’s Reading
Note: There was a heresy prominent in Colossae which somehow disrespected and diminished Jesus. Paul began his book by exalting 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.
Prompting Praise
What character qualities of God are mentioned in this passage for which you can praise him?
What great works of God are mentioned in this passage for which you can give thanks and praise him?
As you consider the greatness of God, is there anything for which you need to repent?
As you consider the greatness and goodness of God, are there changes in your life the Spirit of God would make in you?
Praise the Lord
Of course, God hears your private prayers and your praise, but there is a blessing that comes when you voice your praise for others to hear. "Extol the Lord." That's what the Bible says. The comments are open if you wish to give God praise and thanksgiving that might bless us all.
Lord Jesus, I praise that You hold it all together. You are in control of all things. Everything was created through You and by You. I praise You for your sacrifice on the cross that brings us all peace through Your blood. I praise You that I am reconciled to God by Your death. I praise You that though I am sinful You make me holy, blameless and above reproach before God. Thank You, Lord.
ReplyDeleteNo scripture exalts the supremacy of Christ like this one!
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