Your daily prayer routine is meaningful year-round, but it can be even more topical to incorporate seasonal passages that describe what the holidays are all about in the Christian religion. Whether it's Thanksgiving or nearing Christmastime, these holiday Bible verses remind you about the power of kindness and generosity. In particular, Christmas Bible verses not only tell the story of Jesus Christ and his mother Mary, but also delve into the deeper meanings of Christmas Eve and Day, which make them perfect to read before Christmas dinner or write as a Christmas wish in a holiday card.
There is a vast collection of Christmas Bible verses to choose from, some of which focus on the events leading up to the birth of Jesus, while others describe the joy and celebration that came after. Both are important parts of the story to share with your loved ones as you come together on December 24 and December 25. You will be called to wish for peace and prosperity in the New Year, as well as pray for those who are currently sick or struggling. After all, Christmastime is not just about putting an angel on top of your Christmas tree and setting out your nativity scene, but rather coming together to celebrate love, family, and God.
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Scripture About the Meaning of Christmas
- “The angel said, ‘Don’t be afraid, Mary. God is honoring you. Look! You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus.’” — Luke 1:30-31
- “Generous persons will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” — Proverbs 11:25
- “Whenever you give to the poor, don’t blow your trumpet as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets so that they may get praise from people. I assure you, that’s the only reward they’ll get.” — Matthew 6:2
- “The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” — John 1:29
- “Adopt the attitude that was in Christ Jesus: Though he was in the form of God, he did not consider being equal with God something to exploit. But he emptied himself by taking the form of a slave and by becoming like human beings.” — Philippians 2:5-7
- “The angel replied, 'The Holy Spirit will come over you and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore, the one who is to be born will be holy. He will be called God’s Son.'” — Luke 1:35
- “Look among the nations and watch! Be astonished and stare because something is happening in your days that you wouldn’t believe even if told.” — Habakkuk 1:5
- “The rituals of the nations are hollow: A tree from the forest is chopped down and shaped by the craftsman’s tools. It’s overlaid with silver and gold and fastened securely with hammer and nails so it won’t fall over. They are no different than a scarecrow in a cucumber patch: they can’t speak; they must be carried because they can’t walk. Don’t be afraid of them, because they can’t do harm or good.” — Jeremiah 10:3-5
- “Jesus knew the Father had given everything into his hands and that he had come from God and was returning to God.” — John 13:3
- “Therefore, I say to you, don’t worry about your life, what you’ll eat or what you’ll drink, or about your body, what you’ll wear. Isn’t life more than food and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds in the sky. They don’t sow seed or harvest grain or gather crops into barns. Yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you worth much more than they are?” — Matthew 6:25-26
- “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; don’t rely on your own intelligence. Know him in all your paths, and he will keep your ways straight.” — Proverbs 3:5-6
- “Suddenly a great assembly of the heavenly forces was with the angel praising God. They said, “Glory to God in heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors.” When the angels returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Let’s go right now to Bethlehem and see what’s happened. Let’s confirm what the Lord has revealed to us.” — Luke 2:13-15
- “She will give birth to a son, and you will call him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” — Matthew 1:21
- “While they were there, the time came for Mary to have her baby. She gave birth to her firstborn child, a son, wrapped him snugly, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the guestroom.” — Luke 2:6-7
- “...he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore, God highly honored him and gave him a name above all names, so that at the name of Jesus everyone in heaven, on earth, and under the earth might bow.” — Philippians 2:8-10
- “Look! A virgin will become pregnant and give birth to a son, And they will call him, Emmanuel.” — Matthew 1:23
- “When they saw the star, they were filled with joy. They entered the house and saw the child with Mary, his mother. Falling to their knees, they honored him. Then they opened their treasure chests and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” — Matthew 2:10-11
- "The angel said, 'Don’t be afraid, Mary. God is honoring you. Look! You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus. He will be great and he will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of David his father.'" — Luke 1:30-32
- “A voice is crying out: 'Clear the Lord’s way in the desert! Make a level highway in the wilderness for our God!'” — Isaiah 40:3
- “God has exalted Jesus to his right side as leader and savior so that he could enable Israel to change its heart and life and to find forgiveness for sins.” — Acts 5:31
- “But when the fulfillment of the time came, God sent his Son, born through a woman, and born under the Law. This was so he could redeem those under the Law so that we could be adopted.” — Galatians 4:4-5
- “When they saw this, they reported what they had been told about this child. Everyone who heard it was amazed at what the shepherds told them. Mary committed these things to memory and considered them carefully. The shepherds returned home, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. Everything happened just as they had been told.” — Luke 2:17-20
- "After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in the territory of Judea during the rule of King Herod, magi came from the east to Jerusalem. They asked, 'Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We’ve seen his star in the east, and we’ve come to honor him.'" — Matthew 2:1-2
- “The angel said, “Don’t be afraid! Look! I bring good news to you—wonderful, joyous news for all people. Your savior is born today in David’s city. He is Christ the Lord. This is a sign for you: you will find a newborn baby wrapped snugly and lying in a manger.” — Luke 2:10-15
- “Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion. Sing aloud, Daughter Jerusalem. Look, your king will come to you. He is righteous and victorious. He is humble and riding on an ass, on a colt, the offspring of a donkey.” — Zechariah 9:9
- “My sheep listen to my voice. I know them and they follow me. I give them eternal life. They will never die, and no one will snatch them from my hand.” — John 10:27-28
Short Bible Verses About Christmas
- “Taste and see how good the Lord is! The one who takes refuge in him is truly happy!” — Psalm 34:8
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“This is the message that we have heard from him and announce to you: “God is light and there is no darkness in him at all.” — 1 John 1:5
- “God’s gifts and calling can’t be taken back.” — Romans 11:29
- “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever!” — Hebrews 13:8
- “Shout and sing for joy, city of Zion, because the holy one of Israel is great among you.” — Isaiah 12:6
- “Happy are those who trust in the Lord, who rely on the Lord.” — Jeremiah 17:7
- “Jesus knew what they intended to do, so he went away from there. Large crowds followed him, and he healed them all.” — Matthew 12:15
- “Teach us to number our days so we can have a wise heart.” — Psalm 90:12
- “In the same way, let your light shine before people, so they can see the good things you do and praise your Father who is in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16
- “A child is born to us, a son is given to us, and authority will be on his shoulders. He will be named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” — Isaiah 9:6
- “And this is the testimony: God gave eternal life to us, and this life is in his Son.” — 1 John 5:11
- “A joyful heart helps healing, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22
- “The true light that shines on all people was coming into the world.” — John 1:9
- “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give you. I give to you not as the world gives. Don’t be troubled or afraid.” — John 14:27
- “This is love: it is not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son as the sacrifice that deals with our sins.” — 1 John 4:10
Christmas Bible Verses for Holiday Cards
- “You crown the year with your goodness; your paths overflow with rich food.” — Psalm 65:11
- “The Lord your God is in your midst—a warrior bringing victory. He will create calm with his love; he will rejoice over you with singing.” — Zephaniah 3:17
- “Nothing is impossible for God.” — Luke 1:37
- “Praise the Lord, all you nations! Worship him, all you peoples! Because God’s faithful love toward us is strong, the Lord’s faithfulness lasts forever! Praise the Lord!” — Psalm 117:1-2
- “Happy are people who make peace, because they will be called God’s children.” — Matthew 5:9
- “Thank God for his gift that words can’t describe!” — 2 Corinthians 9:15
- “I have come as a light into the world so that everyone who believes in me won’t live in darkness.” — John 12:46
- “This is how the love of God is revealed to us: God has sent his only Son into the world so that we can live through him.” — 1 John 4:9
- “This saying is reliable and deserves full acceptance: 'Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners'—and I’m the biggest sinner of all. But this is why I was shown mercy, so that Christ Jesus could show his endless patience to me first of all. So I’m an example for those who are going to believe in him for eternal life. Now to the king of the ages, to the immortal, invisible, and only God, may honor and glory be given to him forever and always! Amen.” — 1 Timothy 1:15-17
- "We were once foolish, disobedient, deceived, and slaves to our desires and various pleasures too. We were spending our lives in evil behavior and jealousy. We were disgusting, and we hated other people. But 'when God our savior’s kindness and love appeared, he saved us because of his mercy, not because of righteous things we had done. He did it through the washing of new birth and the renewing by the Holy Spirit, which God poured out upon us generously through Jesus Christ our savior. So, since we have been made righteous by his grace, we can inherit the hope for eternal life.'" — Titus 3:3-7
- “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him won’t perish but will have eternal life.” — John 3:16
- “The wages that sin pays are death, but God’s gift is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 6:23
- “In everything I have shown you that, by working hard, we must help the weak. In this way we remember the Lord Jesus’ words: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” — Acts 20:35
- “Every good gift, every perfect gift, comes from above. These gifts come down from the Father, the creator of the heavenly lights, in whose character there is no change at all.” — James 1:17
- “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in faith so that you overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13
- “Love each other like the members of your family. Be the best at showing honor to each other.” — Romans 12:10
- “Through the Word was life, and the life was the light for all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness doesn’t extinguish the light.” — John 1:4-5
- “Instead, desire first and foremost God’s kingdom and God’s righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33
- “The Word became flesh and made his home among us. We have seen his glory, glory like that of a father’s only son, full of grace and truth.” — John 1:14
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