Colossians 1:16
For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:
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For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:
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Within a hymn celebrating Christ's supremacy, Paul says that all creation came through him and exists for him. Christian purpose therefore begins with Christ rather than with private fulfilment or public recognition.
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