By Dr. Dan Haffey
We are all competitive by nature (some more than others). I feel this competitive urge when I’m playing basketball or trying to get that last open parking spot at Wal-Mart. There is something in us that wants to be first.
The first chapter of the book of Colossians makes it clear who is, in fact, the First…Christ. He is #1, the firstborn, the creator and sustainer of all things, He is “before all things and in Him all things hold together.” God made Christ the First and the Reconciler of men to God through his shed blood.
It strikes me that all the wars, wrangling, elbow-throwing and striving to be first is meaningless in light of the supremacy of Christ. Ultimately all knees will bow and acknowledge His Rule. He is large and in charge!
He also is the Maker of all created beings….that’s everything. Not only does did He make us He continues to provide the Power that hold us together and allows us to continue to exist. He’s the Power and the Glue!
So what should be our response to the reality of Christ’s position as Supreme Head of All Things? I think some Humility would make sense, and then some Worship would be called for and then a lot of Obedience would fit this reality. God has given Christ the Supremacy….have you?
This is a great reminder. It would seem that we would not be able to forget the supremacy of Christ. I guess the desire to be first even in our own hearts causes acute amnesia. Humility, worship and obedience. I'll try to remember to keep Christ in His rightful place! Holy Spirit, please help me.
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