9 Meaningful Christian Christmas Gifts (That Aren’t Chocolate)
If you want Christian Christmas gifts that feel thoughtful (and are not another box of chocolate), start here. These nine ideas are faith gifts you can wrap with confidence for family, friends, teachers, and small groups.
We chose gifts that last past Christmas Day, point people to Jesus, and ship from Lacewing’s own Christmas and Christian gifts collections.
Prices on this page are in Australian dollars. Links go to the Australian shop.
Quick picks:
Best overall: Names of Jesus Advent Calendar
Best under $20: Christmas tea towel or ornaments
Best for her desk: Advent Desk Edition
Best for year-round encouragement: A Fruitful Year scripture cards
| Gift | Best for | From (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Names of Jesus Advent Calendar | Families | $40 AUD |
| Advent Desk Edition | Small spaces | $30 AUD |
| Christmas tea towel | Kitchen lovers | $25 AUD |
| 2026 Christmas cards (12 pack) | Letter writers | $18 AUD |
| Bookish Christmas cards | Readers and teachers | $18 AUD |
| Decorative ornaments | Tree decorating | $13 AUD |
| Script ornaments | Quiet faith décor | $13 AUD |
| Fruitful Year scripture cards | Year-long encouragement | $65 AUD |
| Whatever is true print | Home walls | $20 AUD |
1. Names of Jesus Advent Calendar
The gift that becomes a December tradition.
Twenty-four hand-lettered cards help a household walk through the names of Jesus together. It is reusable, sturdy, and far more lasting than confectionery.
Best for: Families and anyone building a Christ-centred Christmas rhythm.
2. Names of Jesus Advent Calendar, Desk Edition
Advent for apartments, desks, and quiet corners.
Same focus on Jesus’ names, in a compact format that does not need a long wall of twine.
Best for: Students, offices, and smaller homes.
3. Christmas tea towel
A kitchen gift with Christmas cheer and faith warmth.
Tea towels are easy to wrap, useful every day, and a gentle way to keep Advent and Christmas close at home.
Best for: Hostesses, neighbours, and Secret Santa under $25.
Shop the Christmas tea towel · More in bible verse tea towels.
4. 2026 Christmas cards, 12 pack
Send the season with something beautiful to keep.
A full set of cards is a gift for the person who loves writing notes, and a practical present for busy December weeks.
Best for: Grandparents, mentors, and letter writers.
5. Bookish Christmas cards (blue or green)
For readers, teachers, and stationery lovers.
These sets feel personal without being fussy. Choose blue or green to match the recipient’s style.
Best for: Book club friends and classroom gifts.
Blue bookish cards · Green bookish cards.
6. Decorative Christmas ornaments
A small gift that still brightens the tree.
Decorative ornaments are an easy stocking stuffer and a sweet add-on beside a larger faith gift.
Best for: Kids’ stockings and last-minute wrap.
7. Script Christmas ornaments
Quiet faith on the tree.
Script designs suit homes that want Christmas décor with a gentler, word-led look.
Best for: Adults who already have plenty of chocolate and candles.
8. A Fruitful Year, 52 scripture cards
A Christmas gift that keeps speaking all year.
One card a week (or one as needed) makes this a strong present for someone who needs steady encouragement after the holidays.
Best for: Mentors, new mums, and friends in a long season.
Shop Fruitful Year cards · See scripture cards.
9. Whatever is true print
Philippians 4:8 for a wall that needs peace.
A hand-lettered print is a lasting Christian Christmas gift for bedrooms, kitchens, and prayer corners.
Best for: Women, students, and anyone setting up a new home.
Shop the print · Browse Christian wall art.
How to choose
Choose Advent if you want a shared December tradition. Choose cards or ornaments for lighter gifts. Choose scripture cards or a print when you want encouragement that lasts past Christmas Day.
Shop the full ranges in Christmas gifts and Christian gifts.