Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

The birth of Jesus is depicted in many ways, but have you ever considered His manger as an altar? From the moment of His birth, Jesus was offered as a sacrifice for the sin of the world—a sacrificial Lamb who came to destroy the works of the devil and bring us life. This is the glory of Christmas: that the Creator came in love to serve the creatures. Jesus didn’t cling to heavenly power but took on flesh to live, suffer, and die for us. True glory isn’t found in the world’s standards of success but in God’s humble, self-giving love. And this glory isn’t just in the past or something we wait for in the future—it’s a present reality. Jesus still comes to us today, offering His body and blood to forgive, empower, and transform us into His children. As we celebrate His birth, let’s embrace the life He’s given us. A life of love, service, and joy that reflects the glory of our Savior.