Colossians 1:18

“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.”

"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." - Colossians 1:18
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What does Colossians 1:18 mean?

Colossians 1:18 in the King James Version states, "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." This verse is a powerful and significant declaration of the supremacy of Jesus…

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The Supremacy of Christ: Our Head and Foundation

In Colossians 1:18, we find a profound truth encapsulated in the words of the Apostle Paul: "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." This single verse is rich with…

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A Prayer for Christ's Preeminence in Our Lives

Heavenly Father, As I bow before You in reverence and humility, I am reminded of the profound truth proclaimed in the book of Colossians, chapter 1, verse 18: "And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he…

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Colossians 1:15 - "Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:"
Colossians 1:17 - "And he is before all things, and by him all things consist."
Colossians 2:18 - "Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind,"
"The salutation by the hand of me Paul. Remember my bonds. Grace be with you. Amen." - Colossians 4:18
Colossians 1:14 - "In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:"
Colossians 1:11 - "Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;"
Colossians 1:7 - "As ye also learned of Epaphras our dear fellowservant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ;"