Bible verses that emphasize gratitude and the importance of giving thanks to God:

 

1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV)

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

This verse is a reminder that gratitude isn’t just a response to blessings—it’s a way of life, even in challenging times.

 

Psalm 107:1 (NIV)

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.”

A beautiful declaration of God’s eternal goodness and enduring love.

 

Colossians 3:17 (NIV)

“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.”

This verse connects gratitude to every action we take, reinforcing that thankfulness should permeate all aspects of life.

 

Psalm 100:4 (NIV)

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name.”

A verse that beautifully illustrates approaching God with a heart full of gratitude.

 

 Ephesians 5:20 (NIV)

“Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

This verse encourages us to maintain a spirit of thankfulness in all circumstances, recognizing God’s hand in every part of our lives.

 

Hebrews 12:28 (NIV)

“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship 

God acceptably with reverence and awe.”

A powerful reminder that our gratitude is part of our worship, grounded in the unshakable kingdom we’ve received.

 

Psalm 95:2-3 (NIV)

“Let us come before Him with thanksgiving and extol Him with music and song. For the Lord is the great God, 

the great King above all gods.”

This verse ties gratitude to joyful worship, celebrating God’s greatness through thanksgiving.

 

All of these verses weave into the messaging of Project GODIOU, reinforcing the faith-based foundation of gratitude and why we are on our mission to contribute to pay it forward.