Colossians 1:15-18

Introduction:
From redemption to Redeemer

I. Christ supreme over creation (vv. 15-17)
A. Image of God
B. Eternal generation
C. Agent of creation
D. Sovereign over creation
E. Governor of creation

II. Christ supreme in redemption (v. 18)
A. Head of the Church
B. Source of the resurrection

III. Summary and application
To know Christ is to know and to have all that is pure, precious, potent, and pleasant.