Best Christian Quotes to Support your Faith, Edited by Melkisedeck Leon Shine

Living a Life of Gratitude: 15 Bible Verses on Thankfulness and Blessings

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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com

In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, it is easy to lose sight of the blessings that surround us. However, as Christians, we are called to live a life of gratitude and thankfulness, acknowledging the goodness of God in our lives. The Bible provides us with numerous verses that inspire us to count our blessings and express gratitude to our Heavenly Father. Let us dive into these Bible verses and discover the beauty of living a grateful life.

"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV) 🙏
"I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds." - Psalm 9:1 (ESV) 🌟
"Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1 (ESV) 🙌
"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." - Colossians 3:17 (ESV) 🌞
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV) 🎉
"Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!" - Psalm 107:8 (ESV) 💖
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6 (NIV) 🙏
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." - 1 Chronicles 16:34 (NIV) 🌈
"A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." - Proverbs 17:22 (ESV) 😊
"Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!" - Psalm 100:4 (ESV) 🎶
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places." - Ephesians 1:3 (ESV) 🌟
"I will praise God's name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving." - Psalm 69:30 (NIV) 🙌
"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him." - Psalm 28:7 (NIV) 💪
"Give thanks to the Lord of lords: His love endures forever." - Psalm 136:3 (NIV) ✝️
"I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the Lord." - Psalm 116:17 (ESV) 🙏

As we reflect upon these beautiful Bible verses, we can see that a life of gratitude is not only a mere suggestion but a command that God has given us. Jesus Himself set an example of thankfulness, offering gratitude for the food before feeding the five thousand and giving thanks during the Last Supper. It is through these teachings and examples that we are reminded to express our thankfulness to God in everything we do.

So, dear reader, I encourage you today to love God with all your heart and trust in His plan for your life. Take a moment each day to count your blessings and give thanks for His abundant grace and mercy. Let us also remember to extend love and kindness to one another, for God's love flows through us to touch the lives of others.

Lastly, know that you are deeply loved by your Heavenly Father. His love is steadfast and enduring, and He desires to bless you abundantly. Trust in Him, lean on His promises, and embrace a life of gratitude. May God's blessings shine upon you and guide you every step of the way. Amen. 🙏✨

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👥 Mazrui Guest Nov 23, 2021

Inspiring words, thank you! 🙏✨

👥 Sarah Mbise Guest Nov 21, 2021

Faith is trusting that God’s plans are greater than your dreams. – Unknown

👥 James Mduma Guest Nov 17, 2021

In our weakness, God's mercy gives us strength

👥 Grace Wairimu Guest Nov 12, 2021

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. – Ephesians 2:10

👥 Lucy Wangui Guest Oct 17, 2021

Walk by faith, not by sight

👥 Ramadhan Guest Oct 5, 2021

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1

👥 Henry Sokoine Guest Oct 3, 2021

His mercy endures forever

👥 Raha Guest Sep 30, 2021

This quote makes me reflect on my life decisions. Amazing how words can be so powerful.

👥 Hassan Guest Sep 26, 2021

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 – "Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words."

👥 Nyota Guest Sep 26, 2021

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8

👥 Kazija Guest Sep 23, 2021

John 8:12 – "When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"

👥 Anna Mahiga Guest Sep 22, 2021

Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. – Hebrews 10:23

👥 Joyce Nkya Guest Sep 17, 2021

The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. – Romans 16:20

👥 Jackson Makori Guest Sep 16, 2021

John 8:12 – "When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"

👥 Mariam Hassan Guest Sep 14, 2021

1 Peter 1:13-16 – "Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"

👥 Diana Mallya Guest Sep 13, 2021

Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. – Martin Luther King Jr.

👥 Josephine Guest Sep 5, 2021

Exactly what I needed to hear. 🎯

👥 Catherine Mkumbo Guest Sep 3, 2021

Philippians 2:3-8 – "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!"

👥 Robert Ndunguru Guest Aug 28, 2021

This one speaks to me deeply. 💖

👥 Elizabeth Malima Guest Aug 26, 2021

Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. – Hebrews 10:23

👥 Monica Nyalandu Guest Aug 25, 2021

Romans 14:7-9 – "For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living."

👥 Martin Otieno Guest Aug 18, 2021

Trust in the Lord; He knows the way

👥 Hassan Guest Aug 14, 2021

Romans 12:17-21 – "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord. On the contrary: 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.' Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."

👥 Mjaka Guest Aug 14, 2021

Romans 5:1-5 – "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."

👥 Kevin Maina Guest Aug 13, 2021

Faith is not about perfect feelings, but a perfect Savior. – Unknown

👥 Mariam Hassan Guest Aug 13, 2021

Such a positive message!

👥 Mwakisu Guest Aug 10, 2021

Feeling inspired after reading!

👥 Tambwe Guest Aug 8, 2021

2 Corinthians 3:17-18 – "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."

👥 Frank Sokoine Guest Aug 3, 2021

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1

👥 Safiya Guest Jul 29, 2021

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword. – Hebrews 4:12

👥 John Lissu Guest Jul 26, 2021

Timely reminder, thank you! ⏰

👥 Mazrui Guest Jul 23, 2021

Matthew 28:18-20 – "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"

👥 Francis Mrope Guest Jul 20, 2021

God timing is perfect

👥 Mariam Hassan Guest Jul 10, 2021

Love how deep this is! 🌊

👥 Mary Njeri Guest Jul 8, 2021

Short but so impactful! ⚡ It’s incredible how a few simple words can carry so much meaning. This quote may be short, but it packs a punch, and it’s something I’ll be reflecting on for a long time. It reminds me that sometimes, the most powerful messages don’t need to be long or complicated—they just need to be real and honest. Thank you for sharing this—it’s such a powerful reminder of the importance of simplicity in life.

👥 Mtumwa Guest Jul 6, 2021

2 Timothy 1:7-10 – "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel."

👥 Rose Amukowa Guest Jun 21, 2021

Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. – Philippians 4:5

👥 Edward Lowassa Guest Jun 21, 2021

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. – Isaiah 26:3

👥 Fatuma Guest Jun 13, 2021

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12

👥 Henry Sokoine Guest Jun 12, 2021

This quote is pure wisdom.

👥 Jackson Makori Guest Jun 8, 2021

The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped. – Psalm 28:7

👥 Benjamin Kibicho Guest Jun 5, 2021

John 1:14-17 – "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John testified concerning him. He cried out, saying, 'This is the one I spoke about when I said, "He who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me."' Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."

👥 Sarah Karani Guest May 20, 2021

But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. – Matthew 6:33

👥 Maulid Guest May 14, 2021

Such a timely reminder to stay focused on what truly matters.

👥 Lucy Wangui Guest May 6, 2021

Inspiring words, thank you!

👥 Asha Guest Apr 18, 2021

2 Corinthians 4:16-18 – "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."

👥 Joseph Kiwanga Guest Apr 17, 2021

Beautiful and meaningful quote.

👥 Hawa Guest Mar 23, 2021

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast. – 1 Peter 5:10

👥 Thomas Mtaki Guest Mar 8, 2021

Inspiring words, I’m sharing this! 🔗

👥 Nancy Akumu Guest Mar 8, 2021

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain. – Revelation 21:4

👥 Edward Chepkoech Guest Mar 6, 2021

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. – Ephesians 6:10

👥 Sumaya Guest Feb 15, 2021

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. – Romans 8:28

👥 Nassor Guest Feb 9, 2021

2 Corinthians 4:7-10 – "But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body."

👥 Peter Mwambui Guest Jan 29, 2021

God bless you!

👥 Anna Kibwana Guest Jan 24, 2021

I needed this perspective. 👀

👥 Biashara Guest Jan 15, 2021

Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. – John 14:1

👥 Husna Guest Dec 23, 2020

For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. – Galatians 3:26

👥 Fatuma Guest Dec 12, 2020

Faith is the key to unlocking the promises of God. – Unknown

👥 Samson Mahiga Guest Dec 9, 2020

1 John 2:15-17 – "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever."