Scripture About the Birth of Jesus Christ; the complete Christmas story.
Rediscovering the True Meaning of Christmas
In a world filled with commercialism, lights, gifts, and festivities, it’s easy to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. But the real story—the Biblical Christmas story—is one of divine promise, miraculous fulfillment, and eternal hope. It begins long before the manger, in the very first pages of Scripture, and it culminates in the birth of Jesus Christ: the Savior of the world.
Whether you’re reading this for personal devotion, family worship, or sharing the good news with others, this post takes you on a journey through the full Christmas story straight from the King James Bible. From Old Testament prophecies to the angelic announcements, the shepherds’ joy, and the visit of the wise men, every passage points to one truth: God became flesh and dwelt among us.
Let’s walk together through the Scriptures and celebrate the greatest gift ever given.
PROPHECIES OF THE COMING MESSIAH
Genesis 3:15 (KJV)
(15) And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel.
Isaiah 7:14, 9:6 (KJV)
(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. (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, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Micah 5:2 (KJV)
(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 1:22-23 (KJV)
(22) Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, (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.
THE ANGEL GABRIEL VISITS MARY AND SHARES THE GOOD NEWS
Luke 1:26-35 (KJV)
(26) And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, (27) To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David and the virgin’s name was Mary. (28) And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. (29) And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be. (30) And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. (31) And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. (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: (33) And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever and of his kingdom there shall be no end. (34) Then said Mary unto the Angel, How shall this be, I know not a man? (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.
JOSEPH LEARNS OF THE SOON COMING KING
Matthew 1:18-21 (KJV)
(18) 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. (19) Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily. (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. (21) And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.
MARY AND JOSEPH TRAVEL TO BETHLEHEM
Luke 2:1-5 (KJV)
(1) And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. (2) (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) (3) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. (4) 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:) (5) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
JESUS IS BORN IN A MANGER
Luke 2:6-7 (KJV)
(6) And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. (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.
Matthew 1:25 (KJV)
(25) And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.
Luke 2:21 (KJV)
(21) And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
ANGELS DECLARE THE BIRTH OF CHRIST TO THE SHEPHERDS
Luke 2:8-14 (KJV)
(8) And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. (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. (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. (11) For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. (12) And this shall be a sign unto you Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. (13) And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, (14) Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
SHEPHERDS COME, WORSHIP JESUS, AND SHARE THE GOOD NEWS
Luke 2:15-20 (KJV)
(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. (16) And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. (17) And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. (18) And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. (19) But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. (20) And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
THE WISE MEN SEEK TO WORSHIP JESUS AND GIVE HIM GIFTS
Matthew 2:1-2, 9-12 (KJV)
(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, (2) Saying, 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. (9) 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. (10) When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. (11) And when they were come 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.
THE REAL REASON FOR THE CHRISTMAS STORY: THE WORD MADE FLESH
John 1:1-5,9-14 (KJV)
(1) In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) The same was in the beginning with God. (3) All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. (4) In him was life; and the life was the light of men. (5) And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. (9) That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world. (10) He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. (11) He came unto his own, and his own received him not. (12) But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: (13) Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. (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.
JESUS DECLARES THE GOSPEL
Mark 1:14-15 (KJV)
(14) Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, (15) And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.
THE PROMISE IS FOR ALL
John 3:16-17 (KJV)
(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. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world but that the world through him might be saved.
The Gift That Changed Everything
The story of Christmas is not just a beautiful tradition—it is the foundation of our faith. From the first prophecy in Genesis to the declaration in John that the Word became flesh, we see God’s perfect plan unfold with purpose, love, and redemption.
Jesus didn’t just come to be born in a manger—He came to be born in our hearts. He is Emmanuel, “God with us,” and His birth made possible the life-changing message of salvation: repent, believe the gospel, and receive the gift of eternal life.
As you reflect on these powerful Bible verses about Jesus’ birth, may your heart be renewed with gratitude and wonder. Let us never forget: Christmas is not about what’s under the tree, but Who was laid in the manger.
Merry Christmas—and may His peace reign in your heart today and always.
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