Biblical Memes

Memes are mostly for fun, but they can also be edifying. But mostly fun.
Moses getting ready to break the tablets, one of which reads 'The Fire Ant Gazette'
Exodus 32:19

Christmas 2025 is behind us (and I hope it was a peaceful and meaningful time for you and yours), but given that the literal definition of Christmas is a festival to honor Jesus Christ, the day is recent enough that I’ve made the admittedly questionable decision to dedicate an entire post to memes with themes arising from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. [Ed. I hope you didn’t pull a muscle while stretching to make the connection between Christmas and this post.] [Me: Ouch. Please pass the Aleve.]

About half of these memes have their basis in Scripture, but I recognize that some readers might not pick up on the references so I’ve provided links to Biblical passages, where applicable; most of them will link to the New International Version of the Bible. Feel free to use this post for extra credit in Sunday School. I know I will.

And, just so we’re clear…

Meme: Christian memeing isn't a spiritual gift
Here are some actual spiritual gifts: Romans 12:6–81 Corinthians 12:4–111 Corinthians 12:28

Setting the tone…

Meme: Want to hear God speak audibly? Read the Bible out loud.
Imaginary and uncharacteristic wisdom from Michael Gary Scott

Memes with actual Biblical references (mostly)

Meme: Jonah's wife doubting his excuse for being absent
Jonah 1:17
Ruth; Esther; Mary (Luke 1:26-38); Jael (Judges 4:16-22)
Meme: Satan refuses to eat the apple
Genesis 3:1-4
OK, this might be a bit problematic, depending on your interpretation of Scripture. Here’s a different perspective. Doesn’t invalidate the point of the meme, though. 😇
Meme: Isaac tells Abraham to talk to the hand following the attempted sacrifice
Genesis 22:2-10
Meme: the only verse I can remember is 'Jesus wept.'
John 11:35

Memes about church (not The Church…IYKYK)

Meme: Lamentations coffee...the joy has departed because it's decaf
Lamentations
Romans | 1 Corinthians | 2 Corinthians | Galatians | Ephesians
Philippians | Colossians | 1 Thessalonians | 2 Thessalonians
Meme: Cell phone ringing in church is the loudest sound on Earth
…and especially during prayer time
Well, I would argue that you can’t become a prophet by going to a class so it’s just as well…

From left field, but still in the ballpark…

Meme: You need Jesus just to go to Walmart, let alone Heaven.
Some people might equate a trip to Walmart with one to H-E-double-hockey-sticks. Not me, of course.
Meme: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and...Joan?
Wait…there’s no Gospel according to Joan of Arc?
Meme: Need an ETA on 'this too shall pass'
OK, this was a test. Did you think that question comes from the Bible? Guess what…
Meme: Not your ideal man, unless you're seeking a Chick-fil-a employee
Although…

Closing Shots, The Hand Grenade and Horseshoes Version

Meme: Log entry from Noah's ark - Roasted unicorn is delicious
Man does not live by bread alone… [Deuteronomy 8:3]
Meme: Wrong verse for a wedding (1 John 4:18 is NOT the same as John 4:18)
Well, the groom was going to find out sooner or later.
Meme: Jesus next to all the wheels He's taken
Uh…sorry…I have no excuse for this one. I wish I could Undo It. [Now I’m even sorrier.]

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