By revelation, Paul wrote in Colossians chapter 1:
15 Jesus Christ is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.
16 For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him.
17 And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist.
18 And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.
Preeminence is the state of superiority, surpassing all others especially in noble or excellent qualities. It is imperative that you and I look to Jesus Christ as our daily example of full and complete maturity for He is our standard by which we measure ourselves in our pursuit of being perfected. If we are yet to be perfected, why spend an inordinate amount of time and resource in areas that don’t matter? Why focus so much on the temporal and let that which is eternal become second place in our lives?
Jesus is the expressed image of Our Heavenly Father and thus we should focus on emulating His walk and take His narrow path of life and Love. As you focus on His Words and actions you are able to discern what He would do in any situation and that should be the standard of our actions as well. If it isn’t then we are in further need of maturity.
Jesus was not enamored with “things” but lived a rather simple life for He knew that the true riches are found in Heaven. The parables He spoke contain many facets of wisdom and understanding applicable to us today. Over the years based on my level of maturity at the time, a parable would address a certain aspect of my life whereas at another point in my walk the parable would apply as well but from a different facet. That is the beauty of the words Jesus spoke. His few words address a multitude of issues thus we must never allow His Words and actions to become “distant” from our current focus.
If you want to know the intended purpose of anything, you should ask the Creator rather than get the opinion of an observer. FATHER created life and thus we should inquire of HIM rather than search out opinions of men for our answers. Do you place preeminence on any man’s words or writings? The television is full of “talking heads” who want you to believe they have the answers to your problems. Their credentials may include past success, doctorates from the ivy league colleges, or they may simply be charismatic in their delivery. None of them have the slightest idea of how life truly operates in this vast universe. Be aware of the words found in Hebrews chapter 13:
7 Remember those who rule over you, who have spoken the word of God to you, whose faith follow, considering the outcome of their conduct.
8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
9 Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines.
We must know the words and ways of Jesus Christ in order that we do not get off track. This is why FATHER has me spend so much time in the New Testament and specifically reference the words of Jesus. HE is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Be not a follower of any man or woman for you will only mature to his or her level but instead focus on the Preeminent Christ Who will bring you and I up to His level of Spiritual maturity where His power lies. We will be known as Love manifested and will bring Heaven to earth. What a blessing to mankind!