# Connecting Statement:

Paul talks about the ways in which Christ is excellent.

# He has rescued

"God the Father has rescued"

# the dominion of darkness

"Darkness" here is a metaphor for evil. Alternate translation: "the evil forces that controlled us" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

# his beloved Son

"God the Father's beloved Son, Jesus Christ"