Preeminent

An angel told the shepherds where to find Christ the Lord. After seeing Him, “They made widely known the saying which was told them concerning this Child.” All who heard what they had to say marveled. [1] They marveled!

The Holy Spirit was upon Simeon. The Holy Spirit revealed to him that he would not see death before seeing the Lord’s Christ. He came by the Spirit into the temple [a huge complex] and there was Jesus with His parents. He embraced the Child Jesus in his arms and blessed God, saying, “My eyes have seen Your salvation… a light to bring revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel.” He told the Child’s mother that this Son will be “a sign which will be spoken against that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.” [2]

Those who were on the dark side could not restrain themselves from blaspheming Jesus. Thus, their hearts were revealed. To the surprise of some, their religious leaders blasphemed Jesus more than any other.

Anna, an elderly prophetess, served God with fastings and prayers night and day. She spoke of Jesus to all those who looked for redemption in Jerusalem.” [3]

“The grace of God was upon Him.” [4]

At age twelve, He stated, “I must be about My Father’s business.” [5]

Paul testified for Jesus Christ, saying, “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones, dominions, principalities, or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.” [6]

“That in all things He may have the preeminence.” Yes, amen!

[1] Luke 2:8-10, 17-18
[2] Luke 2:25-31, 34-35
[3] Luke 2:36-38
[4] Luke 2:40
[5] Luke 2:49
[6] Colossians 1:15-18