First place. That is what Colossians 1:18 is speaking about. “He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything He might be preeminent.” Preeminent.
What is somewhat ironic is the false idea we have in our world of everything BUT Jesus taking first place. In verse 15 Paul uses the word image, which is the word likeness. It is also the word from which we get icon, i.e. idol. Just think about it a moment. How often have we made something an idol? When that happens we have allowed that thing/item to occupy the place of Jesus in our life. Rather than belabor the point, let’s cut to the chase. Perhaps it is time to give Him:
First place in our family.
First place in our marriages.
First place in our profession.
First place in our sports.
First place in our worship.
First place in our possessions.
First place in our friendships.
First place in our viewing.
First place in our music.
You can add more but you get the point. The one I omitted speaks to all of us: First place in our lives. Don’t you think it’s time? I certainly do.
I think that would cover it…
If only I could succeed in the omitted one… I wouldn’t have to worry about the rest.
Thanks for the reminder.
Ryan S.
I’m preaching to the choir here my friend. I needed the reminder as well.
Jesus must be first in all aspects of our lives.
Blessings, Bill!
Big amen to that Martha!
Well said, Bill.
I notice when He isn’t first in our lives… a lesson is on the way…
Ain’t that the Truth!