Gratitude and recognizing God’s blessings are foundational principles in the Christian faith. The Bible encourages believers to continually count their blessings, expressing thankfulness for God’s provision, grace, and love.
By focusing on the blessings rather than the challenges, one can cultivate a heart of gratitude and a deeper relationship with God. Here are 20 Bible verses that emphasize the importance of counting your blessings.
1. Psalm 103:2 (NIV) Bless the Lord, O My Soul
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—
2. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV) Give Thanks in All Circumstances
give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
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3. Psalm 28:7 (NIV) My Heart Trusts in Him
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.
4. James 1:17 (NIV) Every Good and Perfect Gift
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
5. Psalm 136:1 (NIV) His Love Endures Forever
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.
6. Ephesians 5:20 (NIV) Always Giving Thanks
always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
7. Colossians 3:15 (NIV) Be Thankful
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
8. Psalm 107:1 (NIV) His Love Endures Forever
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
9. Philippians 4:6 (NIV) Present Your Requests to God
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
10. 1 Chronicles 16:34 (NIV) Give Thanks to the Lord
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
11. Psalm 9:1 (NIV) I Will Give Thanks to the Lord
I will give thanks to the Lord with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders.
12. Psalm 107:8-9 (NIV) Give Thanks for His Wonderful Deeds
Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
13. Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV) Overflowing with Thankfulness
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
14. Psalm 34:1 (NIV) I Will Bless the Lord at All Times
I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.
15. Psalm 116:12 (NIV) What Shall I Return to the Lord?
What shall I return to the Lord for all his goodness to me?
16. 2 Corinthians 9:15 (NIV) Thanks be to God
Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
17. Psalm 69:30 (NIV) I Will Praise God’s Name
I will praise God’s name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving.
18. Psalm 103:1 (NIV) Praise the Lord, O My Soul
Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
19. Psalm 118:1 (NIV) Give Thanks to the Lord
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
20. 1 Chronicles 29:13 (NIV) Everything Comes from You
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name.
Counting blessings is an essential practice for cultivating a grateful heart and recognizing God’s continuous provision and love. These verses remind believers to remain thankful in all circumstances, to acknowledge God’s goodness, and to praise Him for His unfailing love and gifts.