In Colossians 1:15–17, Paul breaks into a doxology, highlighting the uniqueness and supremacy of Jesus Christ. Specifically, he notes that Jesus is the image of God (v. 15a), preeminent over all creation (v. 15b), and the Creator and Sustainer of all things (vv. 16–17). These affirmations clue us into an essential component of the Christian faith: Christianity requires affirming clear-cut truths about Jesus Christ. [read more]
