What the Bible says about Chronological Preeminence of Christ
(From Forerunner Commentary)

Colossians 1:14-17 Paul is is exalting Jesus Christ, which is important to his argument, as we see in chapter 2. First, we have the gospel, where truth concerning this situation resides. He exalts Christ by using the word translated "firstborn" two different times. In one section, he emphasizes chronological preeminence: Christ was before all. The second time, he gives status preeminence: Christ was not only before all, but He also has authority over all. John W. Ritenbaugh The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Twenty) Related Topics: First of the Firstfruits | Firstborn | Firstborn from the Dead | Firstborn of Humanity | Firstborn of Many Brethren | Jesus Christ's Authority