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Living a Life of Gratitude: 15 Bible Verses on Thankfulness

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

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In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, it can be easy to lose sight of the blessings that surround us every day. However, as Christians, we are called to live a life of gratitude and thankfulness, recognizing that all good things come from God. Throughout the Bible, we find numerous verses that highlight the importance of thankfulness and offer guidance on how to cultivate a heart of gratitude. Let's explore 15 of these verses and draw inspiration from biblical examples to deepen our gratitude.

"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:18) - Despite our circumstances, we are called to give thanks, knowing that God is with us in every situation.
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." (Colossians 3:15) - Gratitude brings peace to our hearts and helps us live in harmony with others.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6) - Thankfulness helps us combat anxiety and brings us closer to God in prayer.
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." (1 Chronicles 16:34) - We are reminded to give thanks to God for His everlasting love and goodness.
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his faithful love endures forever." (Psalm 107:1) - Gratitude allows us to recognize God's faithfulness and steadfast love in our lives.
"Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits." (Psalm 103:2) - We are encouraged to remember and be grateful for all the blessings God has bestowed upon us.
"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." (Colossians 3:17) - Thankfulness should permeate every aspect of our lives, reflecting the love of Jesus in all we do.
"Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name." (Psalm 100:4) - Gratitude opens the door to joy and allows us to enter God's presence with praise.
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) - A grateful heart rejoices always, remains in constant communion with God through prayer, and embraces His will in thanksgiving.
"Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits— who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases." (Psalm 103:2-3) - Gratitude reminds us of God's forgiveness and healing, enabling us to extend the same grace to others.
"Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind." (Psalm 107:8) - We are called to express gratitude for God's unconditional love and His works of wonder in our lives.
"Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done." (1 Chronicles 16:8) - Gratitude propels us to share God's goodness with others, spreading His love and grace throughout the world.
"Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe." (Hebrews 12:28) - Thankfulness is an essential component of our worship, demonstrating our reverence and awe for the unshakable kingdom of God.
"Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness." (Colossians 2:7) - A grateful heart rooted in Christ allows our faith to grow and results in an overflow of thanksgiving.
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." (Psalm 118:1) - In conclusion, let us continually offer thanks to the Lord, for His goodness and enduring love never cease.

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As we reflect on these verses and biblical examples, may we be inspired to live a life of gratitude and thankfulness. Let us not only count our blessings but also share our gratitude with others. In doing so, we honor God, strengthen our faith, and spread His love to a world that desperately needs it. Remember, God loves you, and He wants you to experience the joy that comes from living a grateful life. Trust in Him, love Him, and love one another, for in gratitude, we find true contentment and peace. May God's blessings shower upon you abundantly as you walk in a spirit of thankfulness. Amen. 🌟🙏✨

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👥 Selemani Guest Jun 22, 2018

Inspiring words, thank you! 🙏✨

👥 Umi Guest Jun 22, 2018

John 1:1-5 – "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it."

👥 Stephen Malecela Guest Jun 15, 2018

God's promises are always true

👥 Shamim Guest Jun 13, 2018

Romans 6:5-7 – "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin—because anyone who has died has been set free from sin."

👥 Samson Tibaijuka Guest Jun 12, 2018

But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. – James 1:6

👥 Jamila Guest May 20, 2018

It is not the strength of your faith, but the object of your faith that actually saves you. – Timothy Keller

👥 Jane Muthoni Guest May 18, 2018

Faith is the quiet confidence that God is in control. – Unknown

👥 Hassan Guest May 17, 2018

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."

👥 Nora Kidata Guest May 13, 2018

Hebrews 4:14-16 – "Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

👥 Peter Otieno Guest May 8, 2018

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."

👥 Mwachumu Guest May 6, 2018

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."

👥 Victor Kimario Guest May 3, 2018

God bless you!

👥 Isaac Kiptoo Guest May 2, 2018

1 Corinthians 10:12-13 – "So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

👥 Janet Mbithe Guest Apr 20, 2018

When God closes a door, He opens a window. But it’s up to you to have the faith to find it. – Unknown

👥 Yusuf Guest Apr 11, 2018

Romans 12:1-2 – "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."

👥 Mary Kendi Guest Mar 18, 2018

1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way, they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life."

👥 Jaffar Guest Mar 16, 2018

This quote is going straight to my favorites list!

👥 Sumaya Guest Mar 14, 2018

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

👥 Khatib Guest Mar 13, 2018

James 1:12-15 – "Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, 'God is tempting me.' For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death."

👥 Violet Mumo Guest Mar 10, 2018

He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. – Philippians 1:6

👥 Daniel Obura Guest Mar 8, 2018

And Jesus said to him, ‘Go; your faith has made you well.’ Immediately he regained his sight and began following Him on the road. – Mark 10:52

👥 Janet Mwikali Guest Mar 5, 2018

Trust in the Lord; He knows the way

👥 Mchawi Guest Mar 3, 2018

Such a powerful message! 💪 This quote is exactly what I needed to remind myself to stay strong and keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles in my path. It’s easy to get discouraged when life doesn’t go as planned, but this message gave me a boost of confidence and renewed determination. I love how it’s not just inspiring, but also challenges me to think about my own strength and resilience. Thank you for this reminder!

👥 Frank Sokoine Guest Mar 3, 2018

1 Corinthians 3:16-17 – "Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst? If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy that person; for God’s temple is sacred, and you together are that temple."

👥 Rubea Guest Mar 2, 2018

Very motivating and powerful! 💪🔥

👥 Abdullah Guest Mar 1, 2018

I’ve been struggling lately, but this quote gives me hope again.

👥 Nassar Guest Feb 28, 2018

Faith is the path to peace, trusting in God who never fails. – Unknown

👥 David Ochieng Guest Feb 20, 2018

God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. – 1 Corinthians 1:9

👥 Sofia Guest Feb 18, 2018

Just perfect—so motivating!

👥 Mchawi Guest Feb 17, 2018

The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3

👥 Jacob Kiplangat Guest Jan 24, 2018

Exactly what I needed to hear. 🎯

👥 Francis Mrope Guest Jan 20, 2018

The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you but will rejoice over you with singing. – Zephaniah 3:17

👥 Umi Guest Jan 14, 2018

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

👥 John Lissu Guest Jan 11, 2018

God's mercy is new every morning

👥 Betty Cheruiyot Guest Jan 8, 2018

1 John 3:16-18 – "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth."

👥 Khalifa Guest Jan 4, 2018

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

👥 George Mallya Guest Jan 3, 2018

Faith trusts God without reservations. – Unknown

👥 David Nyerere Guest Jan 2, 2018

Colossians 3:12-14 – "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."

👥 Sarafina Guest Dec 31, 2017

Perfect timing for this quote.

👥 Joyce Aoko Guest Dec 30, 2017

Feed your faith and your fears will starve to death. – Anonymous

👥 Lydia Mzindakaya Guest Dec 30, 2017

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. – Nahum 1:7

👥 Simon Kiprono Guest Dec 29, 2017

He replied, ‘Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.’ – Luke 11:28

👥 Mary Sokoine Guest Dec 19, 2017

You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown

👥 Sharifa Guest Dec 14, 2017

Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing. – 1 Peter 3:9

👥 Joseph Kawawa Guest Dec 12, 2017

God's promises are always true

👥 Hamida Guest Dec 11, 2017

Walk by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7

👥 Nancy Kabura Guest Dec 1, 2017

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. – 2 Corinthians 5:17

👥 Mchuma Guest Nov 28, 2017

You always post quotes that spark a new perspective in me. Keep up the good work!

👥 Sharon Kibiru Guest Oct 26, 2017

For nothing will be impossible with God. – Luke 1:37

👥 John Lissu Guest Oct 25, 2017

The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? – Psalm 27:1

👥 Maida Guest Oct 24, 2017

Luke 15:20-24 – "So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate."

👥 Stephen Mushi Guest Oct 24, 2017

👥 Nahida Guest Oct 24, 2017

Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. – Romans 13:10

👥 Mary Kendi Guest Oct 23, 2017

God's love and mercy never fail

👥 Joyce Nkya Guest Oct 23, 2017

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."