TODAY’S DEVOTIONAL PASSAGE
Please read Colossians 1:15–23
“And through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.”
Colossians 1:20 (ESV)
DEVOTIONAL
by Stephanie Reloj
Imagine a beautiful tapestry that has become torn and faded over time. A skilled weaver carefully restores it, mending the tears and restoring its vibrant colors. This mirrors Christ’s work with creation. Through His sacrifice on the cross, Christ restores and reconciles all things, healing the brokenness and bringing everything back to harmony.
In Colossians 1:15-23, the apostle Paul begins by declaring Jesus as the image of the invisible God and the firstborn of all creation. This highlights Jesus’ divine nature and His authority over all that exists. Everything in heaven and on earth was created by Him, through Him, and for Him.
Verse 20 is particularly pivotal: “and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.” Here, Paul reveals that Christ’s death on the cross is not just about human redemption but encompasses the entire cosmos. The fall of Adam introduced sin and corruption into the world, impacting all of creation. Romans 8:20–22 vividly describes how creation itself was subjected to frustration and is now groaning, awaiting liberation from its bondage to decay.
Christ’s sacrificial death and resurrection set in motion the reversal of this curse. By shedding His blood on the cross, Jesus made peace and initiated the restoration of all things. This cosmic reconciliation will be fully realized at the end of the age when Jesus returns, restoring creation to its intended order.
Just as a crooked picture on the wall cries out to be straightened, creation groans for restoration. In our world, we witness the effects of this fallen state—natural disasters, environmental degradation, and the brokenness in our relationships and societies. However, we hold onto the hope that through Christ, all things will be made new.
REFLECTION
How does understanding Christ’s role in creation deepen your appreciation of His sacrifice on the cross? In what ways do you see the effects of the fall in the world around you? How can you participate in God’s work of restoration? What does it mean for you personally that Christ is reconciling all things to Himself?
PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus, to reconcile all things to Yourself. We are in awe of Your plan to restore not only humanity but all of creation. Help us to live in the hope of this restoration and to be agents of Your peace and renewal in the world. May we remain steadfast in our faith, trusting in the ultimate victory of Christ. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
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