One important verse is 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." This verse clearly announces the birth of Jesus which is the core of the Christmas story.
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.” This verse begins the story of the Wise Men coming to visit Jesus, which is another well - known part of the Christmas story. It shows that from far away, people were aware of the significance of Jesus' birth and were drawn to worship him.
Isaiah 9:6. It says, 'For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.' This verse was a prophecy about the coming of Jesus.
Matthew 2:1 - 2 is another relevant verse. '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.” This verse can introduce the idea that from far away, wise men knew of Jesus' birth and came to worship him. It can be a starting point to talk about how Jesus was special and recognized as a king from the very beginning.
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.' This simple yet powerful verse gives us a vivid picture of the humble birth of Jesus, which is a central part of the Christmas story.
In 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.' This simple yet powerful verse describes the humble circumstances of Jesus' birth. It shows that Jesus was born into a normal, perhaps even difficult situation. His birth in a manger is a symbol of his humility and his coming to the common people. The Christmas story often focuses on this aspect of Jesus' birth, emphasizing that he came not as a powerful king in a grand palace, but as a baby in a simple manger, accessible to all.
One important verse is Luke 2:10 - 11 which says, '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.'
Isaiah 9:6 is also a significant verse for the Christmas story. '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.' This verse was a prophecy about the coming Messiah, and when Jesus was born, it was seen as the fulfillment of this prophecy. Christmas is about the celebration of the birth of this very special child who is so much more than an ordinary human.
In Mark 16:6, we have a similar account. The angel tells the women at the tomb, 'Don't be alarmed,' he said. 'You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him.' This shows the significance of the empty tomb and the risen Christ, which is fundamental to the Easter narrative. The discovery of the empty tomb by the women was the start of the spreading of the news of the resurrection, a crucial part of the Easter story.
In Matthew 2:1 - 'After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem.' This sets the scene for the visit of the Wise Men, an important part of the Christmas story. It shows that Jesus' birth was so significant that it attracted people from far away. The Wise Men were seeking the new - born king and their journey is a well - known part of the Christmas narrative.