Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
"The time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn." – Luke 2:6-7
What is the significance of the time and circumstances of the birth of Jesus? Why wasn't he born in a mansion or palace? Why wasn't the Son of God born in a place that was at least more prominent and sanitary than a pen for livestock? I want to share the following excerpt from a sermon written by Martin Luther with you, for I believe it brings us some insight into this matter:
"Behold how very ordi...