4/30/15- Jesus as the image of God

15The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16For 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.  (Colossians 1:15-16)

Thoughts: This is a statement of faith- Jesus is the image of God.  If you want to know what God is like- look at Jesus.  The image of God is the image of Christ- who was before all creation.  All things are created in him and for him.  Her is not before all creation just in terms of time- but before all creation in terms of supremacy.  It is the supremacy as the creator that is the point.  People misunderstand this verse if they think Jesus is only number one among a long line of created beings.  All that we see or do not see; all powers; all were created through and for Him.  This does not degrade His godhead- but elevates and praises it. 

Prayer: Lord you are worthy of all I am as my King and Lord.