More than any other time of year, now is the time to recognize and appreciate all the things in our lives that we take for granted- both big and small, and be thankful. Here is a list of 15 of some of my favorite quotes, song lyrics, and Bible verses about thankfulness and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. - 1 Chronicles 16:34
"Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.” - Maya Angelou
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
"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our thanksgiving.” - W.T. Purkiser
“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” - John F. Kennedy
All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God. Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. - 2 Corinthians 4: 15-16
"At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us." -Albert Schweitzer
"So for tonight we pray for what we know can be.
And on this day we hope for what we still can't see.
It's up to us to be the change and even though we all can still do more,
There's so much to be thankful for." -Josh Groban
You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. - 2 Corinthians 9: 11-12
"When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself." - Tecumseh
"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” -Albert Einstein
"I'm just thankful for everything, all the blessings in my life, trying to stay that way. I think that's the best way to start your day and finish your day. It keeps everything in perspective." -Tim Tebow
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
"None of us got to where we are alone. Whether the assistance we received was obvious or subtle, acknowledging someone's help is a big part of understanding the importance of saying thank you." -Harvey Mackay
"Joy is the simplest form of gratitude." -Karl Barth
