Jesus: The Image of the Invisible God

Monday, November 25th: Colossians 1:13-20

Bible Verse:

“For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.”

— Colossians 1:16 (EHV)

Devotion:

Paul reminds us that Jesus created everything—everything we can see and everything we can’t see! That means that the trees, the sky, and even the air we breathe were all made by Jesus. Everything in heaven and on earth was created by Him and for Him. He is the ruler of all creation, and we belong to Him.

It’s amazing to think that the same Jesus who made the stars and the mountains also loves us personally. He knows each one of us by name, and He cares about everything we go through. Because Jesus made everything, we can trust that He is in control, and we can praise Him for His power and love.

Questions to think about:

1. What are some things in creation that remind you of God’s power?

2. How does it feel to know that Jesus created you and loves you?

3. What can you do to show your love and praise for Jesus?

Prayer:

Dear Jesus, thank You for creating everything, including me. Help me to remember that You are in control and to trust You with my life. Amen.

Activity Idea:

Draw a picture of the things Jesus created, like trees, animals, and people.

Full Bible Reference:

“For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.”

— Colossians 1:13-20 (EHV)