Characteristics of the Beloved Son, Part 2 (TMF:2542)
Tuesday, February 04, 2025
Peace to Live By: Characteristics of the Beloved Son, Part 2 (TMF:2542) - Daniel Litton
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It seems reasonable to presume that what the Apostle has in mind is that Christ is the firstborn in the he is the first to resurrect within the new way—the way of salvation through trusting in him versus the salvation that would come through counting on his work in the future (i.e. The Old Testament way). Technically speaking, Lazarus was the first resurrection, recall, but his resurrection resulted in him returning to the earth still before the cross. Anyway, as Christians, we are all new creations, and Christ is the firstborn of all the new creations. Continuing on in verse 16: “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.” The understanding that Christ created all things seems to be something that is easily comprehendible.