Cheryl Schatz

Ah yes, I knew this one would spark good discussion!

On your answer #1:

You will soon see that ‘God’ (Theos) is Paul’s preferred term for ‘Father’

When Paul uses the term “Father” we know that he isn’t talking about Christ, but if you are saying that Paul meant “Father” alone when he said God, then how do you explain verse 12? Is not Jesus the One whom are things were created by Him, for Him and through Him?

Col 1:16 For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities–all things have been created through Him and for Him.

If you are going to be consistent, then you must say that Paul was only referring to the Father in verse 12.

1 Cor 11:12 For as the woman originates from the man, so also the man has his birth through the woman; and all things originate from God.

Is this what you are saying?