Sunday, October 9, 2011

The East Clerestory Window

The east clerestory window above Christ, the Victor, shows the shows a cross, a crown and palm branches. Through the cross we reach the crown.” Be thou faithful unto death and I will give you the crown of life.” Revelation 2:10 . The palm branch denotes triumph and victory. 

The East Clerestory Window

The east clerestory window above Christ, the Victor, shows the shows an anchor. “If Christ be not raised your faith is in vain; you are yet in your sin,” Paul writes to the Corinthians. However, because He was raised we have confidence in His salvation. “Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast.” Hebrews 6:19  

Christ, the Victor; The East Aisle Window #3

The east aisle window #3, shows the resurrection of our Lord.  This window is treated symbolically showing the risen Savior with the banner of victory.  Mary and a Roman Centurion are worshipping Him. As our victorious Savior we too gather to worship Him.  He is worthy of our praise and thanksgiving because of the price He willingly paid for our forgiveness and freedom.