SUPREME 2: Supreme in the Church

In our image-obsessed culture, we often forget who is truly supreme: Jesus Christ. Paul's letter to the Colossians establishes Jesus as the visible image of the invisible God, existing before creation, supreme over all things, and the creator of everything in both heavenly and earthly realms. Most remarkably, Jesus holds all creation together - a truth reflected even in our biology through the cross-shaped laminin protein that holds our cells together. As the head of the church (His body), Jesus provides direction, leadership, and authority. This headship has profound implications for believers. First, we cannot exist without Him - just as a body cannot function without its head. Second, we must submit to His authority rather than merely calling Him Lord while living on our own terms. Third, we must function for Him by using our unique gifts to serve the church body. Finally, we need to gather regularly with other believers to encourage one another and function as Christ's body. When we embrace these truths, we discover our true identity and purpose not in the images we project but in our relationship with the supreme Christ. (Preached by Steve Coots on 9-10-25)