“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 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.” (Colossians 1:15-16)
We have already read about God the Father as “Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.” Today we see that Jesus Christ was fully involved in this as well. He formed all of creation, and still the world holds together in Him (see Colossians 1:17). “He upholds the universe by the word of His power” (Hebrews 1:3). As we see the world around us, from tiny animals and frail flowers to enormous galaxies, may we honor Jesus Christ for it. He is the Creator and Sustainer of all that beauty.
Moreover, the Son of God gives creation its meaning and purpose. “All things were created for Him.” Our destiny lies in Jesus Christ. This is expressed in Ephesians 2:10, “For we are [God’s] workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” The world does not run aimlessly. Our lives are not purposeless. God has a plan, and we are part of it. That also means that true happiness for us humans can only be found in Christ. We are made by Him, in Him and for Him.
By so emphasizing Jesus’ role in creation, this confession avoids the impression of a division, as if God the Father were the Creator and God the Son the Redeemer. Why did they consider that important, do you think? Is this also important to you?