First
William Langerak explores the biblical concept of being "first," arguing that while human ambition naturally seeks primacy, Scripture reveals that Jesus Christ alone is truly first in an absolute sense—as the source and cause of all creation. Through careful exegesis of Old and New Testament passages, the article challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of priority and preeminence in light of Christ's supremacy and the paradoxical teaching that many who are first shall be last.
Everyone, it seems, wants to be first. Understandable, for to be first is to be best or have the most of some ability or power, which usually brings riches or honor. This appeals to us. And we often imagine that if only we, or our children, our team, business, or nation, were first, life would be much better. But this isn't true, for Jesus said, many who are first shall be last (Mark 10:31). And so we would do well to consider from the Word what it truly means to be first. Scripture celebrates...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org
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