Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Here is a biblical poem for Christmas and New Year wishes, woven directly from the scriptures. 

A Biblical Christmas & New Year Poem

(Drawn from the songs of Luke 1-2 and related prophecies)

Part 1: The Promise of Joy (The Hope of Christmas)

"Rejoice greatly... shout aloud!

Behold, your king is coming to you".

"For to us a child is born,

to us a son is given...

and his name shall be called

Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,

Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace".

Part 2: The Song of Mary (The Humility of Christmas)

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord;

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.

The Mighty One has done great things for me.

He has lifted up the lowly.

He has helped his servant Israel,

remembering his mercy.

Part 3: The Angels' Proclamation (The Good News of Christmas)

"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".

"Glory to God in the highest,

and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!".

Part 4: A Blessing for the New Year

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing,

so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

✨ How to Use This Poem

This poem is versatile for the season. You can:

· Write it in a card: Copy a section, like the Angels' Proclamation (Part 3), followed by the New Year blessing (Part 4).

· Read it as a family: Use it as a devotional on Christmas Eve or New Year's Day, reading each part and discussing it.

· Create a simple worship moment: Read the parts responsively, with different people or groups taking each section.

💡 Finding More Biblical Poetry

For more inspiration, you can read the full "songs" in your own Bible:

· Mary's Song (The Magnificat): Luke 1:46-55

· Zechariah's Song (The Benedictus): Luke 1:68-79

· The Angels' Song (Gloria in Excelsis Deo): Luke 2:14.