Colossians 1:15-20 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.

The above text is a hymn that the Apostle Paul either wrote or included in his letter to the Colossians. This hymn gives great glory to Jesus Christ. Not only is Christ the giver of life, but He is the sustainer. Even the gigantic stars and microscopic atoms obey Him!

Some people and cults trip over the word “firstborn.” This does not mean that Christ was a created being. We see that Christ is the Creator. “Firstborn” has the meaning of power, privilege, and authority. It is also associated with the resurrection of Christ from the dead.

Jesus deserves our worship and praise. Most of the hymns we sing give glory to Jesus. Paul encourages us to sing about Jesus: Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

All around us people are full of fear. There is worry and instability everywhere. In times like these we must keep our hearts and minds on Him who is faithful and true, Jesus Christ. We can rest in Him. We can sing about Him. Worship Him!



Ron Cox – Director of HOPE Ministry