New Testament · Christmas
Birth of Jesus Story
The Christmas Bible story retold for children: Mary, Joseph, Bethlehem, shepherds, and the newborn Jesus.
Short Bible Story Preview
Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem because of a census. The town was crowded, and there was no ordinary room for them. There, in humble surroundings, Mary gave birth to Jesus and laid him in a manger.
That night, shepherds were watching their sheep when an angel announced good news of great joy. A Savior had been born. The shepherds hurried to Bethlehem and found the baby just as the angel had said.
The birth of Jesus teaches children that God's greatest gift came with humility, peace, and joy. Christmas begins with a child, but the child is Christ the Lord.
Artwork in This Story
Adoration of the Shepherds
- Artist
- Gerard van Honthorst
- Date
- 1622
- Source
- Wikimedia Commons Source
- Rights
- Public domain artwork reproduction
Honthorst's candlelit Nativity scene works well for audio Bible stories because it feels intimate, nocturnal, and reverent.
This public preview is adapted from the CStory manuscript archive. The complete illustrated and audio experience stays inside the app.
Key Lesson
God sent Jesus as the Savior, and the first Christmas was good news for all people.
Parent Questions
- Why did Mary and Joseph go to Bethlehem?
- Where was Jesus laid?
- Who heard the angel's message?
- Why is Christmas good news?
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