As families gather around tables laden with turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving season, many pause to reflect on God’s abundant blessings. In a world full of challenges, gratitude remains a powerful act of faith—rooted in Scripture and expressed through prayer. The Bible repeatedly calls believers to give thanks in all circumstances, recognizing God’s goodness, mercy, and provision.
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Thanksgiving prayer points help focus hearts on praise rather than petitions. These 40 points draw inspiration from key Bible verses, covering themes like God’s character, daily provision, family, salvation, and creation. Use them personally, at the dinner table, or in group prayer. Each includes a short prayer point and its supporting Scripture for deeper reflection.
Thanksgiving for God’s Character and Goodness
- Thank God for His enduring goodness and mercy.
“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!” — Psalm 107:1 - Praise Him for being the source of every good gift.
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights.” — James 1:17 - Give thanks for His faithfulness that never fails.
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” — Lamentations 3:22-23 - Thank Him for His unchanging nature.
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” — Hebrews 13:8 - Express gratitude for His holy and righteous name.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever!” — Psalm 136:1 (repeated throughout the psalm)
Thanksgiving for Salvation and Grace
- Thank God for the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.
“Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!” — 2 Corinthians 9:15 - Praise Him for forgiveness of sins.
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity.” — Psalm 103:2-3 - Give thanks for eternal life in Christ.
“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 6:23 - Thank Him for grace that saves and sustains.
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” — Ephesians 2:8 - Express gratitude for redemption and restoration.
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.” — Ephesians 1:7
Thanksgiving for Family and Loved Ones
- Thank God for the blessing of family.
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” — Psalm 127:3 - Praise Him for love that binds relationships.
“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8 - Give thanks for friends who support and encourage.
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” — Proverbs 17:17 - Thank Him for protection over loved ones.
“The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life.” — Psalm 121:7 - Express gratitude for shared meals and fellowship.
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” — Acts 2:42
Thanksgiving for Provision and Daily Blessings
- Thank God for daily bread and sustenance.
“Give us this day our daily bread.” — Matthew 6:11 - Praise Him for health and strength.
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:14 - Give thanks for shelter and safety.
“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” — Psalm 91:1 - Thank Him for clothing and basic needs met.
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19 - Express gratitude for seasons of harvest and abundance.
“While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease.” — Genesis 8:22
Thanksgiving in All Circumstances
- Thank God even in trials, knowing His purpose.
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - Praise Him for peace that surpasses understanding.
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:7 - Give thanks for answered prayers.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” — Philippians 4:6 - Thank Him for guidance and wisdom.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” — James 1:5 - Express gratitude for His presence always.
“And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” — Matthew 28:20
Thanksgiving for Creation and Wonders
- Thank God for the beauty of creation.
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.” — Psalm 19:1 - Praise Him for the gift of life and breath.
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!” — Psalm 150:6 - Give thanks for seasons and nature’s provision.
“He covers the heavens with clouds; he prepares rain for the earth; he makes grass grow on the hills.” — Psalm 147:8 - Thank Him for protection in nature’s storms.
“He calms the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea are hushed.” — Psalm 107:29 - Express gratitude for the wonder of human life.
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.” — Psalm 139:13
Thanksgiving for Faith, Growth, and Community
- Thank God for faith that grows stronger.
“Rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” — Colossians 2:7 - Praise Him for the church and fellowship.
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!” — Psalm 100:4 - Give thanks for spiritual gifts and service.
“Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them.” — Romans 12:6 - Thank Him for trials that build character.
“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds.” — James 1:2 - Express gratitude for hope in Christ.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope.” — 1 Peter 1:3
Closing Points of Overflowing Gratitude
- Thank God for His Word that guides daily.
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105 - Praise Him for victory over sin and death.
“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 15:57 - Give thanks for the Holy Spirit’s comfort.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things.” — John 14:26 - Thank Him for future promises and hope.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” — Jeremiah 29:11 - Express overflowing thanks for all His benefits.
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!” — Psalm 103:1
Key Takeaways
These 40 Thanksgiving prayer points with Scriptures offer a structured way to cultivate gratitude, drawing directly from God’s Word. They remind us that thanksgiving isn’t seasonal—it’s a lifelong response to His faithfulness, grace, and love.
Use these points during your Thanksgiving gathering, personal devotion, or family prayer time. Let them spark heartfelt praise, shifting focus from what we lack to the abundance God provides. In giving thanks, we honor Him and strengthen our faith.
May your heart overflow with gratitude this season and always. Happy Thanksgiving!
