25 Bible Verses for Christmas

Looking for Bible verses for Christmas? This collection highlights key scriptures about the birth of Jesus, God’s love, and the hope of the Messiah. Use these passages to slow down, worship, and remember what Christmas is really about—even if today feels busy or complicated.

Mental Health & Wellness Perspective

Christmas can bring both joy and pressure. A helpful approach is to practice “gentle attention”: notice what you’re feeling, reduce unrealistic expectations, and choose one meaningful practice (prayer, worship, gratitude, reconciliation) rather than trying to do everything. If the season intensifies anxiety or depression, consider talking with a trusted pastor, counselor, or mental health professional.

The Verses

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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."

The promised child—Wonderful Counselor, Prince of Peace.

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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. {everlasting: Heb. the days of eternity}"

The Messiah’s birth in Bethlehem foretold.

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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. {JESUS: that is, Saviour, Heb}"

Jesus’ name and mission: saving his people.

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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. {they...: or, his name shall be called}"

Immanuel—God with us.

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Luke 1:31

"And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS."

The angel’s announcement of Jesus’ kingship.

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Luke 1:32

"He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:"

The angel’s announcement of Jesus’ kingship.

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Luke 1:48

"For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed."

Mary’s praise: God sees and lifts the lowly.

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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."

Good news of great joy: a Savior is born.

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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."

The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.

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Philippians 2:8

"And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. {fashion: or habit}"

Christ’s humility and self-giving love.

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Romans 15:13

"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."

Hope and joy and peace through believing.

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Psalms 96:11

"Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof. {the fulness...: or, all it containeth}"

Creation rejoices at the Lord’s coming.

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Psalms 96:13

"Before the LORD: for he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth: he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth."

Creation rejoices at the Lord’s coming.

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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. {shall call: or, thou, O virgin, shalt call}"

A sign of God’s deliverance and presence.

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33

Titus 3:5

"Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;"

God’s kindness and salvation through Christ.

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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."

God’s love shown in sending his Son.

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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."

God’s love shown in sending his Son.

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Hebrews 2:14

"Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;"

Jesus shares our humanity to set us free.

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Pick one verse that feels personally relevant today. Read it slowly, reflect on one phrase, and take one small step that matches it. If you’d like, explore the verse pages for deeper meaning, context, and practical application.

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