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As we immerse ourselves in the joyous season of Christmas, the celebration goes beyond the festive decorations and exchange of gifts. At the heart of Christmas lies a profound message of divine love, grace, and mercy. The Bible, the sacred text that has guided countless believers, unfolds a narrative of redemption that finds its climax in the birth of Jesus Christ.
In this exploration of Christmas Bible verses on grace and mercy, we look into the rich shade of Scriptures that illuminate the true meaning of the season, inviting us to reflect on the boundless love and forgiveness offered by a gracious and merciful God.
Christmas Bible Verses On Grace And Mercy
1. Ephesians 2:8-9
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
2. Romans 3:24
“and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.”
3. Titus 2:11
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people.”
4. 2 Corinthians 12:9
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
5. Romans 5:8
“But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
6. John 1:14
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
7. 2 Timothy 1:9
“who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began.”
8. Hebrews 4:16
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
9. James 4:6
“But he gives more grace. Therefore, it says, ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'”
10. 1 Peter 5:10
“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”
Exploring Christmas Scriptures that Echo God’s Compassion
11. Micah 7:18
“Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity and passing over transgression for the remnant of his inheritance? He does not retain his anger forever, because he delights in steadfast love.”
12. Luke 1:50
“And his mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.”
13. Psalm 103:8
“The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.”
14. Titus 3:5
“he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit.”
15. Lamentations 3:22-23
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
16. Psalm 145:9
“The Lord is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made.”
17. Hebrews 2:17
“Therefore, he had to be made like his brothers in every respect so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people.”
18. Ephesians 2:4-5
“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace, you have been saved.”
19. Psalm 86:5
“For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you.”
20. Matthew 9:13
“Go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.’ For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”
Divine Grace in the Christmas Story
21. Luke 2:10-11
“And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.'”
22. Matthew 1:21
“She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”
23. Isaiah 7:14
“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.”
24. John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
25. Galatians 4:4-5
“But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.”
26. Philippians 2:7-8
“but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.”
27. Titus 2:14
“who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.”
28. 1 John 4:9-10
“In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.”
29. Hebrews 9:15
“Therefore, he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant.”
30. 2 Corinthians 5:21
“For our sake, he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”
Bible Passages Illustrating God’s Abundant Grace and Mercy
31. Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
32. 2 Corinthians 9:15
“Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!”
33. Isaiah 9:6
“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.”
34. 1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
35. John 3:17
“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”
36. Romans 11:6
“But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise, grace would no longer be grace.”
37. Ephesians 1:7
“In him, we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.”
38. Colossians 1:13-14
“He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.”
39. Psalm 103:10-12
“He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.”
40. Romans 8:1
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
Christmas Bible Verses Emphasizing Divine Grace
41. Galatians 4:4
“But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law.”
42. John 1:16
“For from his fullness, we have all received, grace upon grace.”
43. Luke 2:11
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
44. Romans 5:15
“But the free gift is not like the trespass. For if many died through one man’s trespass, much more have the grace of God and the free gift by the grace of that one man Jesus Christ abounded for many.”
45. 1 Timothy 1:15
“The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.”
46. Titus 3:4-5
“But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit.”
47. Isaiah 61:1
“The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound.”
48. Ephesians 2:4
“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us.”
49. Colossians 3:15
“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”
50. 1 Peter 1:3
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
Christmas Scriptures that Speak to God’s Tender Compassion
51. Matthew 9:36
“When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.”
52. Luke 1:78-79
“because of the tender mercy of our God, whereby the sunrise shall visit us from on high to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.”
53. Psalm 103:13
“As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.”
54. Isaiah 63:7
“I will recount the steadfast love of the Lord, the praises of the Lord, according to all that the Lord has granted us, and the great goodness to the house of Israel that he has granted them according to his compassion, according to the abundance of his steadfast love.”
55. James 5:11
“Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.”
56. Psalm 145:15-16
“The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food in due season. You open your hand; you satisfy the desire of every living thing.”
57. 2 Samuel 24:14
“Then David said to Gad, ‘I am in great distress. Let us fall into the hand of the Lord, for his mercy is great; but let me not fall into the hand of man.'”
58. Nehemiah 9:31
“Nevertheless, in your great mercies, you did not make an end of them or forsake them, for you are a gracious and merciful God.”
59. Psalm 86:15
“But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.”
60. Luke 6:36
“Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.”
Conclusion
As we conclude this journey through Christmas Bible verses on grace and mercy, we are reminded that the essence of the season extends far beyond the tinsel and carols. The birth of Jesus Christ, heralded by angels and witnessed by shepherds, epitomizes the ultimate expression of God’s love, grace, and mercy toward humanity. The verses we’ve explored unveil a narrative of redemption, offering hope and forgiveness to all who embrace the message of Christmas.
As we celebrate this season, may the profound truths embedded in these Scriptures resonate in our hearts, inspiring a spirit of gratitude, compassion, and a deeper understanding of the divine grace and mercy that grace our lives.
