1. The Pre-eminent Christ
Colossians 1:13-20

2. Paul has come a long way from the time he asked, “Who art thou Lord
Paul has come a long way from the time he asked, “Who art thou Lord?” to declaring facts showing the preeminence of Christ.

3. Declares Jesus as: King – v. 13 Savior – v. 14
John 18:36,37; Matthew 28:18
Savior – v. 14
Matthew 1:21
Image of Invisible God – v. 15a
John 1:18; 14:7-9; Hebrews 1:3

4. Declares Jesus as: Firstborn of all creation – v. 15b Creator – v. 16
Not first one born (created)
Pre-eminent – Psalm 89:20,27
Creator – v. 16
John 1:3
Sustainer of all things – v. 17
Hebrews 1:3

5. What Must I Do To Be Saved?
Hear the gospel (Romans 10:17)
Believe Jesus is Christ (Acts 8:37)
Repent of your sins (Acts 17:30)
Confess your faith (Matthew 10:32)
Baptized for remission of sins (Acts 2:38)
Faithful unto death (Revelation 2:10)