because in him the whole fullness of deity dwells in bodily form and you have come to fullness in him who exists the head of all leaders and authority (Colossians 2:9-10) We think of Christ being the head as authority over all things, and this is true but also Paul uses the word head to refer to the source in which we grow. "You have come to a fullness in him which is the head" refers to maturity and bearing fruit, which is wholeness, lacking in nothing, in our souls. ... existing fullness in him who exists the head... (Colossians 2:10) Look at the sunflower in the picture. What you see is the growing seed head. The seeds within the head mature and ripen, gradually changing from green to brown or black indicating their fullness of growth, readiness to harvest. As the seeds develop, they accumulate nutrients and oil through the head. From germination (also called metamorphosis) to seed production, each step plays a crucial role in growth. Christ is the head of all believers (
Love Fulfilled Ministry
When we bear fruit, after being deeply rooted, and growing up truth in love, the love of God is fulfilled.