Christian Christmas Poems

The Popularity of Christian Poetry

While millions of people enjoy secular rhyming favorites such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the popularity of Christmas poetry is on the rise due to the enthusiastic interest in Christian literature. In 2006, Christian literature accounted for roughly 10 percent of overall book sales, and this number continues to grow.

Well-known Christian poets include Wendell Berry, Luci Shaw, Scott Cairns, and G. K. Chesterton.

Books of Christian Christmas Poems

Even with the rise of Christian literature, there are few works dedicated simply to Christian Christmas poetry. Here are some of the top selections.

• O Holy Night! Masterworks of Christmas Poetry. This classic collection features both legendary and contemporary poetry segmented into four categories: the Prophecies, Immaculate Conception, the birth of Jesus, and the promise of Christ.
• The Oxford Book of Christmas Poems. You’ll find more than 120 Christian Christmas poems in this anthology. Much of the collection draws from the works of British poets, but many selections should be recognizable.
• A Family Christmas. This collection was compiled by Caroline Kennedy, and features a variety of poems, scriptural readings, prose, and even holiday lyrics. Kennedy follows in her mother’s footsteps as a top editor, and this book, while not completely full of Christian holiday poetry, will still shine as a favorite to read by the fire with loved ones during the season.
• A Treasury of Christian Poetry: 700 Inspiring and Beloved Poems. This massive anthology features Christmas poems, insightful verses for every denomination, and selections for both adults and children.

Finding Christian Christmas Poems Online

As the interest in Christian Christmas poetry grows, there are more online outlets featuring inspirational verse. Many of the poems are perfect for adding to holiday letters, church bulletins, and homemade Christmas cards. Just remember to give proper attribution to the author and, in some cases, you may have to request permission for reprinting from the originating website.

• Heavens Inspirations is the personal site of poet M.S. Lowndes.
• Echoes of the Heart is another personal poetry site, featuring the writings of Marilyn Ferguson.
• Apples 4 The Teacher offers a selection of contemporary and classic Christian Christmas poems. This site is also a good resource for children’s holiday rhymes.
• The Stories and Poems of Christmas is a personal site with a wide collection of inspirational poetry, Christmas carols, and hymns.
• Front Porch Inspirations is a good site to bookmark if you just need a daily moment of devotional poetry.

Additional Resources

• The Fellowship of Christian Poets is for both lovers and creators of poetry.
• Cross Way Publications is a multi-purpose site, featuring a wide variety of faith-based poetry, Bible studies, topical studies, quizzes, and more.
• Poetry America has a large number of inspirational poems you might enjoy. You can also submit your verse to its poetry contest!

If you have sources of inspirational holiday poetry, post information in the comments section below.