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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👥 Fadhila Guest Sep 24, 2024

Matthew 7:24-27 – "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash."

👥 Rahim Guest Sep 24, 2024

We are saved by faith alone, but the faith that saves is never alone. – Martin Luther

👥 Shukuru Guest Sep 19, 2024

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. – John 16:33

👥 Hawa Guest Sep 15, 2024

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. – Psalm 56:3

👥 Stephen Malecela Guest Sep 12, 2024

Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. – James 4:10

👥 Dorothy Majaliwa Guest Sep 9, 2024

1 Corinthians 15:50-52 – "I declare to you, brothers and sisters, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed—in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed."

👥 Ibrahim Guest Sep 7, 2024

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9

👥 Mwajabu Guest Sep 4, 2024

And without faith, it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. – Hebrews 11:6

👥 Fredrick Mutiso Guest Sep 4, 2024

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

👥 Janet Mbithe Guest Aug 26, 2024

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

👥 Henry Sokoine Guest Aug 22, 2024

Galatians 5:13-14 – "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"

👥 Patrick Mutua Guest Aug 22, 2024

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

👥 Raphael Okoth Guest Aug 20, 2024

This one speaks to me deeply. 💖 I’ve been searching for motivation and clarity, and this quote came at the perfect time. It speaks to a place in my heart that really needed healing, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt this way too. The depth and emotion behind these words are undeniable, and they’ve given me a new sense of hope. It’s amazing how a quote can connect with you on such a personal level. Thank you for this gift of inspiration!

👥 Yusuf Guest Aug 14, 2024

This quote is so uplifting!

👥 Ibrahim Guest Aug 3, 2024

Faith is seeing light with your heart when all your eyes see is darkness. – Unknown

👥 Mhina Guest Aug 2, 2024

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. – Proverbs 3:5

👥 Stephen Amollo Guest Jul 27, 2024

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11

👥 Richard Mulwa Guest Jul 16, 2024

I love how this quote simplifies such a complex emotion. Perfect!

👥 John Mushi Guest Jul 8, 2024

John 15:5-8 – "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."

👥 Mchawi Guest Jul 1, 2024

Feeling inspired after reading! 💫

👥 Mercy Atieno Guest Jun 22, 2024

Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. – Matthew 6:34

👥 Francis Mrope Guest Jun 21, 2024

Faith can move mountains

👥 David Nyerere Guest Jun 20, 2024

We are saved by His mercy, not by our deeds

👥 Lucy Mushi Guest Jun 12, 2024

Your faith may falter, but God’s faithfulness never will. – Unknown

👥 Betty Akinyi Guest May 12, 2024

John 14:23-27 – "Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. Anyone who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me. All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.’"

👥 Benjamin Masanja Guest May 9, 2024

Such a powerful message! 💪

👥 Raphael Okoth Guest May 6, 2024

Jesus said, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.' – Mark 9:23

👥 Mwachumu Guest May 3, 2024

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16

👥 Peter Mugendi Guest Apr 26, 2024

This is one of the most relatable quotes I’ve come across in a long time!

👥 Mchuma Guest Apr 26, 2024

The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. – Deuteronomy 33:27

👥 Chum Guest Apr 24, 2024

The righteous will live by faith. – Romans 1:17

👥 Rose Lowassa Guest Apr 15, 2024

Exactly what I needed today!

👥 Mwalimu Guest Apr 10, 2024

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

👥 Mchuma Guest Apr 2, 2024

Adding this to my favorites! ❤️

👥 Hawa Guest Apr 1, 2024

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

👥 Issa Guest Mar 15, 2024

True faith rests upon the character of God and asks no further proof than the moral perfections of the One who cannot lie. – A.W. Tozer

👥 Ann Awino Guest Mar 14, 2024

Blessings to you and your family.

👥 Moses Kipkemboi Guest Mar 6, 2024

This one really made me think.

👥 Masika Guest Mar 4, 2024

Mark 8:34-38 – "Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: 'Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.'"

👥 Alice Mrema Guest Feb 25, 2024

In faith, all things are possible

👥 Michael Onyango Guest Feb 19, 2024

So much truth in this! 🌟

👥 Mchawi Guest Feb 13, 2024

Matthew 11:28-30 – "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

👥 Simon Kiprono Guest Feb 6, 2024

Stay strong in the Lord.

👥 Chris Okello Guest Feb 5, 2024

I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. – Psalm 121:1-2

👥 Mjaka Guest Jan 29, 2024

I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. – John 14:6

👥 Jamila Guest Jan 28, 2024

This is so relatable!

👥 Joyce Nkya Guest Jan 11, 2024

Faith is believing that God is who He says He is and will do what He has promised to do. – Tony Evans

👥 Samuel Omondi Guest Jan 5, 2024

A little faith will bring your soul to heaven; a great faith will bring heaven to your soul. – Charles Spurgeon

👥 Patrick Akech Guest Jan 3, 2024

God's promises are always true

👥 Jabir Guest Dec 31, 2023

Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7

👥 Bakari Guest Dec 13, 2023

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

👥 Mohamed Guest Dec 9, 2023

The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. – Psalm 9:9

👥 Alice Wanjiru Guest Dec 6, 2023

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."

👥 Rashid Guest Dec 2, 2023

Matthew 25:14-18 – "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them. To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey. The man who had received five bags of gold went at once and put his money to work and gained five bags more. So also, the one with two bags of gold gained two more. But the man who had received one bag went off, dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money."

👥 Khatib Guest Nov 27, 2023

Titus 3:3-7 – "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life."

👥 John Lissu Guest Nov 24, 2023

James 1:2-4 – "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."

👥 Ruth Wanjiku Guest Nov 24, 2023

He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it. – 1 Thessalonians 5:24

👥 Peter Mbise Guest Nov 15, 2023

Matthew 25:35-40 – "For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’"

👥 Mwanaisha Guest Nov 9, 2023

Romans 8:35-39 – "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake, we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."