Living a Life of Gratitude: 15 Bible Verses on Thankfulness and Blessings
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)
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"I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds." - Psalm 9:1 (ESV)
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"Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1 (ESV)
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"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)
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"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)
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"Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!" - Psalm 107:8 (ESV)
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"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)
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"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." - 1 Chronicles 16:34 (NIV)
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"A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." - Proverbs 17:22 (ESV)
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"Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!" - Psalm 100:4 (ESV)
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"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)
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"I will praise God's name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving." - Psalm 69:30 (NIV)
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"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)
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"Give thanks to the Lord of lords: His love endures forever." - Psalm 136:3 (NIV)
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"I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the Lord." - Psalm 116:17 (ESV)
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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. πβ¨
Peter Tibaijuka (Guest) on February 12, 2016
Faith is not just for the mountaintop moments but for the valley days as well. β Unknown
Nassor (Guest) on February 7, 2016
1 John 2:15-17 β "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 worldβthe lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of lifeβcomes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever."
Zainab (Guest) on February 6, 2016
Faith is like Wi-Fi, itβs invisible but it has the power to connect you to what you need. β Unknown
Joyce Aoko (Guest) on February 6, 2016
God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. β 1 Corinthians 10:13
Josephine Nduta (Guest) on February 3, 2016
Let your faith be bigger than your fears
Sultan (Guest) on February 2, 2016
This quote gave me the clarity I was searching for. Thank you!
Zubeida (Guest) on February 1, 2016
Perfect timing for this quote.
Rose Kiwanga (Guest) on February 1, 2016
Matthew 5:3-10 β "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Kenneth Murithi (Guest) on January 29, 2016
John 1:14-17 β "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."
Tabu (Guest) on January 26, 2016
Faith isnβt a feeling. Itβs a choice to trust God even when the road ahead seems uncertain. β Dave Willis
Mwanajuma (Guest) on January 24, 2016
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. β 1 John 1:7
Janet Wambura (Guest) on January 17, 2016
This is such a beautiful reminder to stay positive no matter what happens.
Monica Nyalandu (Guest) on January 12, 2016
I feel this on a deep level. π
Yusuf (Guest) on December 31, 2015
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! β Philippians 4:4
John Mushi (Guest) on December 29, 2015
God is good, all the time!
Kevin Maina (Guest) on December 26, 2015
The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are Godβs children. β Romans 8:16
Michael Onyango (Guest) on December 23, 2015
Let your faith be bigger than your fears
Mwanais (Guest) on December 20, 2015
1 Peter 1:13-16 β "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.'"
Amani (Guest) on December 18, 2015
Faith is not the absence of fear; it is the presence of trust. β Unknown
Hellen Nduta (Guest) on December 15, 2015
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. β Jeremiah 17:7
Rahim (Guest) on December 14, 2015
Matthew 16:24-26 β "Then Jesus said to his disciples, βWhoever 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 will find it. What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?β"
Faiza (Guest) on November 30, 2015
Faith doesnβt make things easy, but it makes them possible. β Unknown
Ruth Kibona (Guest) on November 23, 2015
The will of God will never take you where the grace of God cannot sustain you. β Billy Graham
Fadhili (Guest) on November 16, 2015
Such a beautiful quote! π·
Maimuna (Guest) on November 15, 2015
Faith is the refusal to panic. β Martin Lloyd-Jones
Rabia (Guest) on November 12, 2015
Faith is not something you have to muster up, itβs something God gives you. β Ephesians 2:8
Hamida (Guest) on November 12, 2015
Acts 17:24-28 β "The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us. βFor in him we live and move and have our being.β As some of your own poets have said, 'We are his offspring.'"
Sharon Kibiru (Guest) on November 6, 2015
1 Peter 4:8-10 β "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of Godβs grace in its various forms."
Mwajabu (Guest) on November 3, 2015
For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations. β Psalm 100:5
Dorothy Mwakalindile (Guest) on November 2, 2015
Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. β 1 Corinthians 16:13
Kenneth Murithi (Guest) on October 26, 2015
James 4:7-10 β "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."
Lydia Mutheu (Guest) on October 14, 2015
Romans 14:10-12 β "You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister? Or why do you treat them with contempt? For we will all stand before Godβs judgment seat. It is written: 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God.' So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God."
Joseph Njoroge (Guest) on October 14, 2015
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way
Monica Adhiambo (Guest) on October 7, 2015
Strength comes from the Lord
Sarah Achieng (Guest) on September 27, 2015
Romans 8:28-30 β "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. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified."
Mohamed (Guest) on September 27, 2015
Philippians 4:6-7 β "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Jabir (Guest) on September 23, 2015
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. β Galatians 5:22-23
Rabia (Guest) on September 11, 2015
Faith is the path to peace, trusting in God who never fails. β Unknown
Lucy Wangui (Guest) on September 8, 2015
Faith is not seeing miracles but knowing Godβs power and presence in your life. β Unknown
Zakaria (Guest) on August 25, 2015
Faith is not believing that God can, itβs knowing that He will. β Unknown
Ahmed (Guest) on August 23, 2015
Philippians 3:12-14 β "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."
Mchuma (Guest) on August 23, 2015
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. β 1 Chronicles 16:34
Alice Mrema (Guest) on August 17, 2015
Faith is taking God at His word, not doubting His promises. β Charles Spurgeon
Mariam Kawawa (Guest) on August 13, 2015
Such a positive message! π
Janet Wambura (Guest) on August 12, 2015
You always post exactly what I need to hear. This one really spoke to me!
Alice Mwikali (Guest) on August 7, 2015
Short, but so impactful! Itβs like this quote was meant for me.
Benjamin Masanja (Guest) on July 29, 2015
And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. β Philippians 4:19
David Sokoine (Guest) on July 24, 2015
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. β Isaiah 41:10
Omar (Guest) on July 18, 2015
Such great wisdom in few words! π§
Lucy Mahiga (Guest) on July 10, 2015
Timely reminder, thank you!
Moses Mwita (Guest) on July 3, 2015
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding
Abdillah (Guest) on June 28, 2015
I feel like this quote speaks directly to my soul. Thank you!
Mtumwa (Guest) on June 22, 2015
This is going on my vision board! What an inspiring quote.
Lydia Mutheu (Guest) on June 21, 2015
This really resonates with me. π¬
James Malima (Guest) on June 12, 2015
For we live by faith, not by sight. β 2 Corinthians 5:7
Rubea (Guest) on June 8, 2015
Your quotes always manage to lift my spirits, no matter the day!
Anthony Kariuki (Guest) on June 4, 2015
Adding this to my favorites! β€οΈ This quote is not only inspiring but also timeless. Itβs one of those quotes that you can return to again and again, finding new meaning in it each time. Iβm definitely saving this one because I know Iβll want to revisit it whenever I need a little extra encouragement. Itβs amazing how certain words can have such a lasting impact on your mindset. Thank you for sharing something so meaningful!
Anna Mchome (Guest) on May 23, 2015
James 3:13-18 β "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such βwisdomβ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."
Rehema (Guest) on May 22, 2015
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. β Colossians 3:15
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on May 21, 2015
Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light. β Helen Keller