Gratitude is a virtue that fosters humility, kindness, and joy, enriching both the giver and the recipient. Throughout the Bible, we are encouraged to give thanks to God and express appreciation to others for their blessings and kindness. Join us as we reflect on verses that inspire us to cultivate a heart of gratitude, acknowledging God’s goodness and the generosity of those around us.
Bible Verses About Appreciation And Gratitude To Others
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – In all circumstances, express gratitude
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Colossians 3:15 – Let peace and thankfulness rule your heart
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”
Philippians 4:6 – Bring your requests with gratitude
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Psalm 107:1 – Give thanks to the Lord for His goodness
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Ephesians 5:20 – Always give thanks for everything
“Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
James 1:17 – Every good gift is from above
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
Psalm 136:1 – His steadfast love endures forever
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.”
2 Corinthians 9:15 – Acknowledge the gift of God’s grace
“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!”
Romans 14:6 – Honor God with your gratitude
“Whoever regards one day as special does so to the Lord. Whoever eats meat does so to the Lord, for they give thanks to God; and whoever abstains does so to the Lord and gives thanks to God.”
Psalm 9:1 – Declare God’s marvelous deeds
“I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.”
Hebrews 12:28 – We receive a kingdom that cannot be shaken
“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.”
1 Chronicles 16:34 – The Lord is good; His love is eternal
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Luke 17:16 – Recognizing and thanking the Source of healing
“He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him—and he was a Samaritan.”
Colossians 4:2 – Devote yourselves to prayer with gratitude
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.”
Psalm 95:2 – Approach God with thanksgiving
“Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song.”
1 Timothy 4:4-5 – Everything is sanctified by gratitude
“For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer.”
Isaiah 12:4 – Share your thankfulness with others
“In that day you will say: ‘Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted.'”
Psalm 30:12 – Turn your mourning into gratitude
“That my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.”
Proverbs 3:27 – Do good and offer thanks to others
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.”
1 Peter 5:10 – God restores and grants us grace
“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.”
Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine through gratitude
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Psalms 118:29 – Give thanks to the Lord for He is good
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Deuteronomy 8:10 – Enjoy and remember the gifts with gratitude
“When you have eaten and are satisfied, praise the Lord your God for the good land he has given you.”
Psalm 103:2 – Do not forget His benefits
“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits.”
Jeremiah 30:19 – Thanksgiving springs from joy
“From them will come songs of thanksgiving and the sound of rejoicing. I will add to their numbers, and they will not be decreased; I will bring them honor, and they will not be disdained.”
Proverbs 15:30 – Gratitude brings joy to the heart
“Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones.”
Ephesians 1:16 – Remember others in your prayers with gratitude
“I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.”
Psalm 136:26 – Thanks to the God of heaven
“Give thanks to the God of heaven. His love endures forever.”
John 6:11 – Jesus gave thanks before performing miracles
“Jesus then took the loaves, and when he had given thanks, he distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted.”
Romans 1:21 – Gratitude leads to acknowledgment of God
“For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened.”