IN THE BEGINNING
The beginning is not merely describing a moment in time, it is establishing first place
Open scripture
Colossians 1:9-20
Vs 18 Jesus was the first to rise to Eternal life conquering death, so that we may live resurrected lives
Preeminence: supreme position and authority, above all things, first place
Colossians 1:12-14
Grace Translated You
Preeminence Governs You
Preeminence means new life flows from Christ, through Christ and to Christ
Romans 11:36
From Him: it must be received ( Ephesians 3:19) Fullness
Through Him: it’s His Power
( 1 Corinthians 15:10) Grace
To Him: For His Gory ( Colossians 3:17) Purpose
Devotion before Duty
Kingdom effectiveness does not begin with action, it begins with Union
John 15:1-5
Devotion is not optional. It is the soil from which obedience Grows
Obey before Understanding
Joshua 3:5
Sanctify Yourselves
The waters don’t part until we take a step (Faith)
Joshua 3:13-15
Trust before You See
Joshua 3:16,17
Trust is not believing that we can handle a situation, it is knowing that God already has
2Corn 5: 5-10
God has performed through the reconciliation of Christ to bring about His purpose in our lives
( IN THE BEGINNING)
Final scriptures
2Corn 5:18-20
The Ministry of Reconciliation
In The Beginning is Available
