150+The Best Bible Verses for Celebrating Christmas

Christmas is a special time to remember the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a season full of joy, hope, and love. Families come together to celebrate and reflect on God’s blessings. Reading Bible verses can help us focus on the true meaning of Christmas. The Word of God guides us to appreciate His gift of salvation. These verses bring peace and happiness to our hearts.

Celebrating Christmas with Scripture makes the season more meaningful. Each verse reminds us of God’s promises and faithfulness. They inspire us to share love and kindness with others. Meditating on these verses strengthens our faith. It helps us understand the miracle of Jesus’ birth. Use these Bible verses to deepen your joy and gratitude this Christmas.

Bible Verses for Christmas

Top Bible Verses Celebrating the Birth of Jesus

• Luke 2:11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
• Matthew 1:23 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.
• Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
• Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
• Matthew 1:21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.
• Luke 2:10-11 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
• John 1:14 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.
• Matthew 2:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem.
• Galatians 4:4-5 But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons.
• Luke 1:31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name Jesus.
• Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
• Micah 5:2 But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.
• Matthew 2:2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and come to worship him.
• Luke 2:6-7 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger.
• 1 John 4:9 In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.

Scriptures About Joy and Peace This Christmas

• Luke 2:14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
• Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given…and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
• Luke 2:10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
• Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.
• John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
• Romans 15:13 Now the God of hope fills you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
• Psalm 98:4 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise.
• Isaiah 52:9 Break forth into joy, sing together, ye waste places of Jerusalem: for the LORD hath comforted his people, he hath redeemed Jerusalem.
• Nehemiah 8:10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
• Psalm 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
• 1 Chronicles 16:27 Glory and honour are in his presence; strength and gladness are in his place.
• Colossians 3:15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
• Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.
• John 16:22 And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.
• Romans 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.

Christmas Bible Verses for Families and Children

• Luke 2:16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
• Psalm 127:3 Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.
• Matthew 19:14 But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
• Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
• Deuteronomy 6:6-7 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
• Ephesians 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.
• 3 John 1:4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.
• Psalm 78:4 We will not hide them from their children, shewing to the generation to come the praises of the LORD, and his strength, and his wonderful works that he hath done.
• Mark 10:16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.
• Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.
• Isaiah 54:13 And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.
• Psalm 103:17 But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children’s children.
• 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
• Joshua 24:15 And if it seems evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve…but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
• Proverbs 17:6 Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.

Bible Verses to Reflect on God’s Gift of Jesus

• John 3:16 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.
• Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
• 2 Corinthians 9:15 Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.
• James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
• Ephesians 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.
• Romans 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
• 1 John 4:10 Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
• John 1:12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe in his name.
• Isaiah 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
• Titus 3:4-5 But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us.
• Acts 4:12 – “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
• Hebrews 2:9 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.
• 1 Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
• John 4:10 Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knewest the gift of God, and who it is that saith to thee, Give me to drink; thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water.
• Romans 8:32 He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things.

Inspirational Scriptures for a Meaningful Christmas

• Philippians 2:5-7 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men.
• Matthew 1:18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was this wise: When his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with the child of the Holy Ghost.
• Colossians 1:15-16 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible.
• Hebrews 1:3 Who, being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high.
• John 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not anything that was made.
• 1 Timothy 3:16 And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.
• Luke 1:46-47 And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
• Revelation 21:3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with their God.
• Zechariah 9:9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.
• Psalm 96:11-13 Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof. Let the field be joyful, and all that is therein: then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice Before the LORD: for he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth.
• Matthew 5:14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.
• 1 John 1:5 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
• John 8:12 Then spoke Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.
• Isaiah 60:1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.
• Romans 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.

Bible Verses for Hope and Faith During Christmas

• Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
• Romans 15:4 For whatsoever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
• Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
• Psalm 33:22 Let thy mercy, O LORD, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.
• 1 Peter 1:21 Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.
• Lamentations 3:24-25 The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him. The LORD is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him.
• Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
• Hebrews 6:19 Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which entereth into that within the veil.
• Psalm 42:11 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
• Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
• Romans 5:5 And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.
• Psalm 71:5 For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth.
• Titus 2:13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.
• 2 Corinthians 5:7 For we walk by faith, not by sight.
• Mark 9:23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.

Scriptures Highlighting the Nativity Story

• Luke 2:1-2 And it came to pass in those days, that there came out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
• Luke 2:4-5 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary, his espoused wife, being great with children.
• Luke 2:8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
• Luke 2:9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
• Luke 2:12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
• Luke 2:13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying.
• Luke 2:15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
• Luke 2:17-18 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told to them by the shepherds.
• Luke 2:19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
• Matthew 2:9-10 When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with great joy.
• Matthew 2:11 And when they came into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.
• Luke 1:26-27 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary.
• Luke 1:30-31 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name Jesus.
• Luke 1:35 – “And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.
• Matthew 1:20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

Bible Verses for Christmas Prayers and Devotion

• Psalm 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
• Philippians 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
• Psalm 95:2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
• Colossians 4:2 Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving.
• Ephesians 5:20 Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
• Psalm 107:1 O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.”
• 1 Chronicles 16:34 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.
• Psalm 145:2 Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
• James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
• Matthew 6:9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
• Luke 11:9 And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
• Psalm 28:7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
• Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
• 1 John 5:14 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us.

Verses About Love and Salvation This Christmas

• John 3:17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
• 1 John 4:8 He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
• Romans 5:1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
• Ephesians 2:4-5 But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved).
• 1 Corinthians 13:4 Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up.
• John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
• Romans 8:38-39 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
• Ephesians 3:17-19 That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
• 1 Peter 1:8-9 Whom have not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.
• Acts 16:31 And they said, Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.
• Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men.
• 2 Timothy 1:9 Who hath saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began.
• 1 John 4:19 We love him, because he first loved us.
• John 13:34 A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
• Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Encouraging Bible Verses to Share This Christmas

• Isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
• Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
• Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
• Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
• 2 Corinthians 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
• Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
• Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
• Psalm 27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid.
• 2 Thessalonians 3:3 But the Lord is faithful, who shall establish you, and keep you from evil.
• 1 Corinthians 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
• Psalm 121:1-2 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
• Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.
• Psalm 31:24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
• Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
• Matthew 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Bible verses for Christmas

The best verses celebrate Jesus’ birth, hope, and God’s love for the world.

Which Bible verse talks about the birth of Jesus

Luke 2:11 announces the Savior’s birth in Bethlehem, bringing great joy.

How can I celebrate Christmas with Scripture

Read and meditate on Bible verses about Jesus’ birth and God’s promises.

What Bible verses remind us of God’s love at Christmas

John 3:16 shows God’s love by sending His Son for our salvation.

Are there Bible verses about peace for Christmas

Yes, Isaiah 9:6 speaks of Jesus as the Prince of Peace for all nations.

Which verses bring hope during Christmas

Romans 15:13 encourages joy, peace, and hope through God’s Spirit.

How can I use Bible verses in Christmas celebrations

Share verses in cards, family devotions, or social media posts to inspire others.

What Bible verses talk about the gift of Jesus

Matthew 2:11 shows the Wise Men giving gifts to honor Christ, God’s gift to us.

Which verse reminds us to rejoice at Christmas

Luke 2:10 tells us to rejoice because the Savior is born for all people.

Can Bible verses make Christmas more meaningful

Yes, meditating on Scripture helps focus on God’s love and the true meaning of Christmas.

Conclusion

Christmas is a season of joy and deep reflection. These Bible verses remind us of God’s love. They help us feel peace in our hearts. They also guide us to celebrate with faith.

As we share these verses, we remember the true meaning of Christmas. We celebrate Jesus, the Light of the world. His birth brings hope to every home. May these scriptures inspire your heart this season.