Inspiring Christmas Bible Verses and Scriptures
Christmas is the most sacred time of year, a season dedicated to celebrating the glorious birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Beyond the festive cheer and gift-giving, the heart of the holiday lies in the story of the Christ Child and the immense love of God.
If you are searching for meaningful Christmas Bible verses to include in a greeting card, a spiritual message to share on social media, or simply a passage for quiet reflection, Scripture offers the most powerful words. We have compiled a collection of the best Bible verses for Christmas, including passages detailing the Nativity story, prophecies of Christ’s coming, and verses centered on the themes of peace, joy, and eternal life.
Use these divine Christmas Bible verses and quotes to enrich your holiday greetings and share the true spirit of the season with your family, friends, and loved ones.
The Nativity Story: Luke & Matthew Bible Verses
Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace, good will toward men.
~ Luke 2:14
And the angel said unto them: Fear not: ‘Behold I bring you
good tidings of great joy which will be to all people,
Unto you is born this day a Savior which is Christ the Lord.
~ Luke 2:10-11
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour,
which is Christ the LORD.
~ Luke 2:11
Where is He that is born King of the Jews?
For we have seen His star in the east, and are come to worship Him.
~ Matthew 2:2
When they saw the star,
they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.
~ Matthew 2:10 KJV
Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise:
When as His mother Mary was espoused to Joseph,
before they came together,
she was found with Child of the Holy Ghost.
~ Matthew 1:18
And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn Son:
and he called His Name JESUS.
~ Matthew 1:25
And she shall bring forth a son,
and thou shalt call his name Jesus:
for he shall save his people from their sins.
~ Matthew 1:21
And there were shepherds out in the field,
keeping watch by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them,
and the glory of the Lord shone around them.
~ Luke 2:8-9
Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son,
and they shall call his name Emmanuel,
which being interpreted is, God with us.
~ Matthew 1:23
Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign.
Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son,
and shall call His name Immanuel.
~ Isaiah 7:14 (Corrected reference, closer to Matthew 1:23 sentiment)
My soul magnifies the Lord,
and my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.
~ Luke 1:46-47 (Corrected reference)
And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby,
keeping watch over their flocks at night.
~ Luke 2:8
Verses on God’s Greatest Gift: Salvation & Eternal Life
For God so Loved the World, that he gave his only begotten son,
that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life.
~ John 3:16 KJV
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God,
and the Word was God… All things were made by Him;
and without Him was not any thing made that was made…
And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us,
(and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the Only Begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth
~ John 1:1, 3, 14
I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto Me,
Thou art My Son; this day have I begotten Thee.
~ Psalm 2:7
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above.
~ James 1:17 KJV
The Gift of God is Eternal Life through Jesus Christ Our Lord.
~ Romans 6:23 KJV
For the wages of sin is death,
but the gracious gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
~ Romans 6:23 (NIV)
Short Spiritual Christmas Quotes for Messages
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing that ye may abound in hope,
through the power of the Holy Ghost.
~ Romans 15:13
A merry heart does good like medicine.
~ Proverbs 17:22
Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father, you would love me,
for I came from God and I am here. I came not of my own accord, but he sent me.”
~ John 8:42
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