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What does it mean that Christ is the preserver?

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Christ as the preserver means that He sustains and upholds all creation and His chosen people through His covenant grace.

In the context of Reformed theology, Christ as the preserver emphasizes that all things hold together in Him, as stated in Colossians 1:17. The sermon illustrates this idea using the analogy of a dried up grapevine where a blessing is preserved within a cluster. God, in His mercy, chose to preserve a remnant for His elect people, which is ultimately fulfilled in Christ. This preservation assures believers that God’s plan for salvation will come to fruition and that Christ actively sustains His creation until the appointed time for judgment. Understanding Christ as the preserver not only reassures believers of their security in Him but also instills confidence that He is working all things towards the culmination of His glory and the inheritance of His people.
Scripture References: Colossians 1:17, Isaiah 65

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For My People
Clay Curtis · Jan 10, 2016