15 Christmas Poems About Jesus

Nativity and Birth Christmas Poems

These poems reflect the humble and miraculous birth of Jesus, highlighting the beauty and wonder of the Nativity.

Nativity

Shepherds in their sheephide coats
Watch the star intently
Speak to flocks with voices hushed
Move them forward gently.

Time will hold its breath awhile
Wind be still, be still,
Soft the flight of angel wings
Around this little hill.

Unto us a child is given,
Something strange and stranger . . .
The King of Kings and Lord of Lords,
An infant in a manger.

His name shall be called, Wonderful,
The Child is meek and lowly,
The Comforter, the Prince of Peace,
Holy, Holy, Holy.

Saviour Of The World Born

Christians awake, salute the happy morn,
Whereon the Saviour of the world was born;
Rise to adore the mystery of Love,
Which hosts of angels chanted from above:
With them the joyful tidings first begun,
Of God Incarnate and the Virgin’s Son.

Then to the watchful shepherds it was told,
Who heard the angelic herald’s voice: “Behold,
I bring glad tidings of a Saviour’s birth,
To you and all the nations upon earth;
This day hath God fulfilled his promised word,
This day is born a Saviour -Christ the Lord.

"In David’s city, shepherds, ye shall find
The long foretold Redeemer of mankind,
Wrapt up in swaddling clothes, the Babe divine
Lies in a manger - this shall be your sign."
He spake, and straightway the celestial choir
In hymns of joy unknown before conspire.

The praises of redeeming love they sung,
And heaven’s whole arch with hallelujahs rung!
God’s highest glory was their anthem still,
Peace upon earth, and mutual good will.
To Bethlehem straight the enlighten’d shepherds ran,
To see the wonder God had wrought for man.

Artless and watchful as these favour’d swains,
While virgin meekness in their hearts remains;
Trace we the Babe, who has retriev’d our loss,
From his poor manger to his bitter cross;
Tread in his steps, assisted by his grace,
Till man’s first heavenly state again takes place;

Then we may hope, the angelic thrones among,
To find redeem’d a glad triumphant throng;
He that was bom upon that joyful day,
Around us all his glory shall display:
Sav’d by his love, incessant we shall sing
Eternal praise to heaven’s all-powerful King.

Shepherds, Rejoice

Shepherds, rejoice, lift up your eyes.
And send your fears away;
News from the region of the skies!
Salvation's born to-day.

Jesus, the God whom Angels fear,
Comes down to dwell with you;
To-day He makes His entrance here,
But not as monarchs do.

No gold, nor purple swaddling-bands,
Nor royal shining things;
A manger for His cradle stands.
And holds the King of kings.

Go, shepherds, where the Infant lies,
And see His humble throne:
With tears of joy in all your eyes
Go, shepherds, kiss the Son.

Thus Gabriel sang; and straight around
The heavenly armies throng;
They tune their harps to lofty sound,
And thus conclude the song:

"Glory to God that reigns above,
Let peace surround the Earth;
Mortals shall know their Maker's love
At their Redeemer's birth."

Lord! and shall angels have their songs.
And men no tunes to raise?
O may we lose these useless tongues
When they forget to praise!

Glory to God that reigns above,
That pitied us, forlorn!
We join to sing our Maker's love -
For there's a Saviour born!

Christmas Poems on Jesus' Purpose and Message

These poems focus on the divine purpose of Jesus’ birth, celebrating His message of salvation and love.

Jesus Sent Out Of Love

He did not come in glory
He came to tell a story
About God's love that was so true
Given for all, for me and you.

Riches he did not bring
But you could hear the angels sing,
"Alleluia, a Savoir is born".
Mankind was no longer forlorn.

So on this Christmas morn
A day that is not the norm
Give thanks to God above
Who sent Jesus out of love.

Christmas Miracle

The biggest Christmas miracle,
Is not gifts or decorations or such,
The biggest Christmas miracle,
Is our Saviour’s touch,

To come be like one of us,
Maybe He could relate,
A life lived by a mere mortal,
Yet our Saviour,
The only one to date.

How He was born in a humble manger,
And not a golden bed,
The king was born in a stable,
Just like the Bible said.

I’m sure it was cold,
Just like the hearts of men,
Every man was for himself,
They did not let Him in.

Yet His mercy and His grace,
Was found wrapped up in this
Little tear-stained face,

The one in the cold stable,
Lying in the hay,
Would grow up in God’s grace and show others,
And make their way.

His Spirit was sent down to man,
After His death and resurrection,
God’s plan,
‘Caused by the wicked hands of men,
The nails had pierced His hands and feet,
The only one who could deliver us from evil,
Then the miracle would be complete.

He broke the hold of Satan,
Now God’s love shines down each day,
It all started with this Christ child
Found lying in the hay.

Came To Save All

The message He brought, the wisdom he told
To this day has not grown old.
He came to save us all
From God, He received His call.

That baby born on the night
To the world brought new light.
Thank you Jesus we praise you
God's promises are so true.

Poetry about The Symbols of Christmas

Explore the symbolism of Christmas through poems that connect nature and tradition to the story of Jesus.

The Holly And The Ivy

The Holly and the Ivy,
Now both are full well grown;
Of all the trees that spring in wood.
The Holly bears the crown.
The Holly bears a blossom,
As white as lily flower;
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ,
To be our sweet Saviour,

The Holly bears a berry.
As red as any blood;
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ,
To do poor sinners good.
The Holly bears a prickle,
As sharp as any thorn;
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ,
On Christmas day in the morn,

The Holly bears a bark,
As bitter as any gall;
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ,
For to redeem us all.
The Holly and the Ivy,
Now both are full well grown;
Of all the trees that spring in wood,
The Holly bears the crown.

The Star of Bethlehem

High above, so clear, so bright,
A guiding star in the velvet night.
A symbol of hope, a light divine,
Leading to love in a humble sign.

It marked the place where the Savior lay,
God’s gift of grace on Christmas Day.
A symbol of faith, unbroken and true,
The Star of Bethlehem shines anew.

The Symbol of A Candy Cane

A candy cane, so simple, so sweet,
Curved like a crook, the shepherd's feat.
Guiding the lost, bringing them near,
A symbol of love, so true, so clear.

Its red stripe speaks of sacrifice made,
The white shows the purity Jesus displayed.
In every cane, a story is told,
Of the Good Shepherd, gentle and bold.

The Seven Joys Of Mary

The first good joy that Mary had,
It was the joy of one;
To see the blessed Jesus
When He was first her Son.
When He was first her Son, good Lord,
And happy may we be;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost
To all eternity.

The next good joy that Mary had,
It was the joy of two;
To see her own Son Jesus
To make the lame to go.

The next good joy that Mary had.
It was the joy of three;
To see her own Son Jesus
To make the blind to see.

The next good joy that Mary had.
It was the joy of four;
To see her own Son Jesus
To read the Bible o'er.

The next good joy that Mary had.
It was the joy of five;
To see her own Son Jesus
To raise the dead to life.

The next good joy that Mary had.
It was the joy of six;
To see her own Son Jesus
Upon the Crucifix.

The next good joy that Mary had.
It was the joy of seven;
To see her own Son Jesus
Ascending into heaven.
Ascending into heaven, good Lord.
And happy may we be;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost
To all eternity.

Faith and Gratitude Christmas Poems

These poems inspire deep gratitude for Jesus' gift to the world, fostering faith and thankfulness.

Without Jesus

Without Jesus, there'd be no Christmas cheer,
No salvation, no hope to draw near.
This season, let's pause and say thank you to Him,
For the love and grace that fills us within.

In Bethlehem's manger, His humble birth,
Gave us reason to celebrate His worth.
So this Christmas, with gratitude we confess,
We'd have nothing without Jesus, our Savior and bless.

What Can I Give Him?

What can I give Him,
Poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd,
I would bring a lamb;
If I were a wise man,
I would do my part:
Yet what I can I give Him,
Give my heart.

The Greatest Gift

This Christmas receive the gift of love
Sent to us from God above
Accept Jesus into your heart
And you will find that is a good start.
Your life will be transformed
Find peace and fewer storms.

Study the word and let it sink in
You'll find yourself moving away from sin
Life will have new purpose and meaning
It truly is a wonderful feeling.
The greatest Christmas gift you could ever receive
Is in Jesus, when you believe.

The Greatest Gift

By faith we see the star so bright,
Guiding us through the darkest night.
A child was born, a gift divine,
God's endless love for all mankind.

With gratitude, our hearts we raise,
To honor Him with songs of praise.
Through trials faced, His light we see,
A Savior’s love to set us free.

So let us trust, with steadfast grace,
And find our strength in His embrace.
For Jesus came, a gift unfurled,
To bring new hope into the world.

Light of Jesus

Imagine leaving the beauty of heaven
To come to this earth.
That is what God had planned
with Jesus and His birth.

Jesus came that we may know
The love of God is so true.
So this Christmas, let the love
Of Jesus shine through you.