Christ The KingSample

 God the rescuer is a strong image in this scripture passage.  God has rescued us from the darkness of sin and death , he has redeemed us through his mercy and the forgiveness of our sins.  His loving kindness flows out to us.  Paul reminds us of the ultimate supremacy of Christ, as the firstborn of all creation, the instrument of creation, the image of the divine, the agent of reconciliation.  It is a beautiful heart-felt piece of writing where Paul’s love of Christ flows out across the page.

As you pray, pray for God’s mercy and forgiveness of your sins, you may like to go to confession to receive sacramental absolution, pray also for the created world, for its protection and careful stewardship and in thanksgiving for its beauty and variety.