Last updated on October 16th, 2025
Religious Christmas card messages for family and friends are the perfect way to share love and faith this festive season. Whether youβre writing to parents, close relatives, or close friends, these heartfelt words will help you express your blessings, hope and Christmas joy.
Not sure what to write? Use these examples as they are, or personalise them with names, dates and memories to make your Christmas cards truly special.
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Religious Christmas Card Messages for Family & Friends
In this article we focus on the best religious Christmas messages and quotes you can share with those closest to you. Copy, tweak and add your personal touch.
- We hope that this Christmas season finds you filled with joy and peace. May you experience Godβs love in a very special way. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
- The magic of Christmas is not in the presents under the tree. The magic of Christmas is in Jesus. May you feel His presence and be blessed throughout the year.
- May you have a blessed Christmas, and may the gift of faith, the blessing of hope and the peace of His love be yours.
- Christmas is a perfect opportunity to thank God for the love we share with family and friends. May the New Year bring you many blessings!
- May this Christmas bring you happiness, love, peace, health and prosperity!
- As we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, may you know peace, love and light. Merry Christmas!
- May Jesus bless you with good health, happiness and success as the year ends. Have a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
- I pray that you feel loved this Christmas season. Jesus loves you and so do I.
- May the divine presence of God enlighten your heart and guide you always. Happy Christmas!
- May God shower His blessings upon you during this holy season. May all your prayers be answered.
- May the light of the Lord guide you this Christmas and always. As we celebrate His birth, may your heart be filled with joy and peace.
- Rejoice in the miracle of Christmas! May the love of Christ fill your home with joy and your heart with praise.
- This Christmas, let us remember the true reason for the season. May the birth of Christ bring hope and renewal to your life.
- Glory to God in the highest! May your Christmas be a time of reflection, worship and endless gratitude for His love.
- May the spirit of Christmas remind you of the endless love God has for us. Have a joyous and holy Christmas!
- As we gather to celebrate the birth of Jesus, may your heart overflow with His love and your soul be renewed by His grace.
- May your Christmas be filled with heavenly blessings and your New Year be guided by His light. Trust in His plan.
- Let us adore Christ the Lord this Christmas and rejoice in the gift of His love. May your faith be strengthened and your heart lifted.
- The birth of Christ is a reminder of Godβs infinite mercy and love. May this Christmas renew your faith and fill your life with blessings.
- May the story of Christβs birth bring you closer to God and inspire you to share His love with those around you.
- May EmmanuelβGod with usβbring peace to your home and joy to every heart this Christmas.
- Praying your Christmas is wrapped in His grace and your New Year anchored in His promises.
- Because Christ came down, hope rises. Wishing you a Christmas full of wonder.
- May the Prince of Peace steady your steps and warm your home this holy season.
- Rejoice! A Saviour is born. May His light guide you today and always.
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Religious Christmas Messages for Family
The holidays celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and bring families together. Here are faith-filled messages to share with loved ones at home and afar. For thoughtful keepsakes, explore our Christmas Gifts for Mum, Christmas Gifts for Dad, Christmas Gifts for Grandma or Christmas Gifts for Grandad.
- I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family on this holy day. Merry Christmas!
- We wish you a joyous season that brings you closer to one another and to the true meaning of Christmas.
- βTis the season for charity, gratitude and creating happy moments with our beautiful family!
- The birth of Jesus is Godβs greatest gift. May He lead you from darkness into light.
- The air is filled with carols and church bells. May this festive season bring you joy and merriment.
- Though weβre apart, you are always in my prayers. May this message find you well. Merry Christmas!
- His light shines brightly, reflecting the true message of peace and love we seek. Merry Christmas!
- I miss you dearly, but you are always in my thoughts. Sending my love this spiritual season.
- May Godβs blessings be with you and your family this Christmas and always.
- God loves us so much that He gave His Son, Jesus Christ. Merry Christmas!
- Praying our home overflows with Christβs peace and laughter this Christmas.
- Grateful for our family and for the Saviour who holds us together. Blessed Christmas!
- May every tradition draw us nearer to Jesus and nearer to each other.
- From our family to yours, may Godβs favour rest upon your home this holy season.
- As we set the table, we remember His mangerβhumble beginnings, eternal hope.
Religious Christmas Messages for Friends
These Christmas wishes for friends are both inspirational and heartfelt. If youβre gifting friends this season, pair your card with festive dΓ©cor like our Personalised Christmas Baubles or Christmas Lanterns.
- Merry Christmas to my best friendβmay you feel the love of Jesus in your heart this season and always.
- May Heavenβs blessings fill your heart with joy and peace; may you find the love of God in every day.
- Wishing you happiness, health and an abundance of every good thing in the year ahead!
- May this Christmas bring you spiritual, emotional and everyday joy.
- To a dear friendβMerry Christmas with all my heart.
- Believe in Jesus and have eternal life. Have an amazing Christmas, my special friend.
- May the light of Christ shine on you this Christmas season, my friend.
- No matter what life brings, Iβm here for you. May God bless and keep you always. Merry Christmas!
- The best gift is your friendship. Sending you my very best wishes.
- May the spirit of love and peace warm your heart this festive season. Merry Christmas!
- Praying you sense Godβs presence guiding your steps each day. So glad we share this celebration.
- Thankful for your friendship and for the Saviour who knit our lives together. Blessed Christmas!
- May Christβs hope steady your heart and spark fresh joy in the New Year.
- From carols to quiet moments, may you meet Jesus in every part of the season.
- Because He came, we have hope. Because weβre friends, Iβm blessedβMerry Christmas!
- May your home glow with His light and your heart rest in His peace.
Religious Christmas SMS Messages
Short on time? Copy and send these quick SMS/WhatsApp messages.
- π May your days be merry and bright, your heart full of cheer, and your Christmas filled with His peace. Merry Christmas!
- β¨ Silent night, holy night. Sending you the gift of hope, love and joy!
- π As the star shines from afar, may peace fill your heart this blessed season!
- Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! May the love of Jesus lift your heart. Iβm grateful for you! π
- π βͺ Have faith in God and all He has done for you. May He bless you with His love and grace this Christmas.
- π―οΈ A Saviour is born, may His light guide you today and always. Merry Christmas!
- π« Emmanuel, God with us. Praying peace over you and yours this season.
- π€ May Christβs comfort steady your heart and His joy brighten your home.
- π Hope arrived in a manger. May it bloom in your life this Christmas.
- π Grace upon grace, wishing you a blessed, joyful Christmas!
Religious Christmas Quotes
Beautifully written quotes that reflect on the birth of Jesus and the hope He brings.
- Loving Father, help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds and the wisdom of the wise men. ~ Robert Louis Stevenson
- O star of wonder, star of night, Guide us to thy perfect light. ~ John Henry Hopkins Jr.
- I heard the bells on Christmas Day⦠~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
- Love came down at Christmas⦠~ Christina G. Rossetti
- God grant you the light in Christmas⦠~ Wilda English
- Good news from heaven the angels bring⦠~ Martin Luther
- The light of the Christmas star to you⦠~ Irish Christmas Blessing
- May the beautiful lights of every holiday season remind us of Him⦠~ David A. Bednar
- Bless us Lord, this Christmas, with quietness of mind⦠~ Helen Steiner Rice
- May Peace be your gift at Christmas⦠~ Anon
- Christmas is joy, religious joy⦠~ Pope Francis
- For it is in giving that we receive. ~ St. Francis of Assisi
- βLike God, Christmas is timelessβ¦β ~ Roy Rogers
- βAdvent helps us rememberβ¦β ~ Greg Richardson
- When we were children we were grateful to those who filled our stockings⦠~ G. K. Chesterton
- Christmas day is a day of joy and charity⦠~ Phillips Brooks
Religious Bible Verses
Share these Bible verses in your cards to point hearts back to Jesusβthe reason we give and celebrate.
- The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son⦠Matthew 1:23
- He will be a joy and delight to you⦠Luke 1:14
- Today in the town of David⦠Luke 2:11
- Glory to God in the highest⦠Luke 2:13-14
- She will give birth to a son⦠Matthew 1:21
- For to us a child is born⦠Isaiah 9:6
- When they saw the star⦠Matthew 2:10
- Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign⦠Isaiah 7:14
- She gave birth to her firstborn⦠Luke 2:6-7
- This will be a sign to you⦠Luke 2:12
- In him was life⦠John 1:4-5
- The days are coming⦠Jeremiah 23:5
- The true light that gives light⦠John 1:9-10
- The Holy Spirit will come on you⦠Luke 1:35
- Do not be afraid, Mary⦠Luke 1:30-31
- When the set time had fully come⦠Galatians 4:4-5
- He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High⦠Luke 1:32-33
- Blessed are you among women⦠Luke 1:42
- And there were shepherds⦠Luke 2:8-9
- But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah⦠Micah 5:2
- On coming to the house⦠Matthew 2:11
- For the Son of Man is going to come⦠Matthew 16:27
- Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15
- It is more blessed to give than to receive. Acts 20:35
- Do not be afraid. I bring you good news⦠Luke 2:10
- God has given us eternal life⦠1 John 5:11
- Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you⦠John 14:27
- Every good and perfect gift is from above⦠James 1:17
- Take delight in the Lord⦠Psalm 37:4
- For God so loved the world⦠John 3:16
- If you, then, though you are evil⦠Matthew 7:11
- Use whatever gift you have received to serve others⦠1 Peter 4:10
- Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8
- The Word became flesh⦠John 1:14
- God exalted Him⦠Acts 5:31
- Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength⦠Isaiah 40:31
- The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace⦠Galatians 5:22-23
- Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. Psalm 107:1
- God is able to bless you abundantly⦠2 Corinthians 9:8
This wraps up our religious Christmas messages you can use as-is or personalise for your cards. Before you post, make your message a keepsake with a meaningful present from our Personalised Christmas Gifts.









