Be careful that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deceit based on human tradition, based on the elements of the world, rather than Christ.
Colossians 2:8 (CSB)
Jesus is preeminent. In Jesus “all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell” (Colossians 1:19). Jesus reconciles “to Himself all things…by the blood of His cross” (Colossians 1:20). Through Him all things were created. In Him all things hold together.
Jesus.
No one else.
Jesus.
Not Jesus “plus.”
Just Jesus.
Some try to detract from what Jesus did. Some try to add to what Jesus did.
Both make Jesus insufficient.
He’s not.
He is all-sufficient. He is the only One who is sufficient.
For all our needs; here and beyond.
Jesus.
Always and only, Jesus.
“That You, Lord, for creating us; for sustaining us; for saving us; for loving us. Thank You for being the One and only for us and everyone. Grant that we look to and see You for all our needs, for in You we hold together. Keep our eyes on You in times of struggle and times of thanksgiving. Always and only, on You. In Your previous name, Lord Jesus, do we pray. Amen.”
Scriptures
- Colossians 1:15-23
