50 Christmas Bible Verses to Celebrate the Birth of Christ

Discover 50 powerful Christmas Bible verses that capture the true meaning of Christmas. Celebrate the birth of Jesus with inspiring scriptures and reflections.

Rachel Matthews

10/1/20257 min read

Christmas is one of the most beautiful times of the year. Families gather, lights sparkle on trees, and carols fill the air. But beyond the gifts and traditions, the real meaning of Christmas is found in the birth of Jesus Christ.

The Bible is filled with verses that remind us of the miracle of Christ’s birth, the joy of salvation, and the peace God offers through His Son. These scriptures are perfect for reading on Christmas Eve, sharing in cards, or reflecting on in quiet prayer.

Here are 50 Christmas Bible verses that will inspire your heart and remind you of the true meaning of Christmas.

Old Testament Prophecies of Christ’s Birth

Isaiah 9:6
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Isaiah 7:14
“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.”
Micah 5:2
“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.”
Jeremiah 23:5
“The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land.”
Numbers 24:17
“A star will come out of Jacob; a scepter will rise out of Israel.”

The Christmas Story in the Gospels

Matthew 1:21
“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”
Matthew 1:23
“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel which means God with us.”
Luke 1:30–31
“But the angel said to her, Do not be afraid, Mary. You have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.”
Luke 1:35
“The angel answered, The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God.”
Luke 1:37
“For no word from God will ever fail.”
Luke 2:7
“And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.”
Luke 2:10–11
“But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:13–14
“Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
Luke 2:16–17
“So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child.”
Luke 2:20
“The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.”
Matthew 2:1–2
“After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”
Matthew 2:10–11
“When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.”
Matthew 2:12
“And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route.”
Matthew 2:6
“But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.”
Matthew 2:9
“After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was.”

God’s Gift of Salvation Through Christ

John 1:14
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
Galatians 4:4–5
“But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship.”
Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Titus 3:4–5
“But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.”
2 Corinthians 9:15
“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!”
1 Timothy 1:15
“Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.”
Romans 5:8
“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Hebrews 2:14
“Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil.”
Philippians 2:5–7
“In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus. Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage. Rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.”

God’s Peace, Joy, and Love at Christmas

Luke 2:14
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
Isaiah 11:1
“A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.”
Psalm 72:11
“May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him.”
Zechariah 9:9
“Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.”
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
1 John 4:9
“This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.”
1 John 5:11
“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”
Ephesians 2:14
“For he himself is our peace, who has made the two groups one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility.”
Colossians 1:19–20
“For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.”
Psalm 98:4
“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music.”

Living Out the Christmas Message

Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”
John 13:34
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Philippians 4:4
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
Colossians 3:15
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”
Hebrews 13:15
“Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.”
1 Peter 1:8–9
“Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy.”
Psalm 100:4
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Revelation 21:3–4
“And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

Christmas is more than a holiday. It is a reminder of God’s greatest gift, Jesus Christ. These 50 Christmas Bible verses capture the wonder of His birth, the joy of salvation, and the peace we have in Him.

As you celebrate this season, let these scriptures fill your home with hope, your heart with peace, and your life with the love of Christ.

Merry Christmas! May you experience the true joy of the Savior’s birth this year and always.

20 Christmas Bible verses to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ