There’s two types of families on Thanksgivings.
One group has everyone dressing in their blue blazers and green jumpers.
These families treat Thanksgiving like a formal meal, complete with fine china and silverware. They may even say a prayer or read a Thanksgiving scripture verse before beginning their feast.
The other group tries to share what they have with those under their roof.
They’re a humble group of people who don’t have much but count their blessings anyway.
Their meal might have come from the church pantry or pieced together by what food they had collecting dust on their shelves.
But they have each other and that’s what truly matters on Thanksgiving.
So, this Thanksgiving as you gather with your family, whether you’re in formal attire or casual clothes, remember the true reason for the holiday.
One way we can do this is taking a moment to give thanks to the Lord for all that we have, and show kindness and generosity to those around us.
23 Thanksgiving Bible Verses That Will Make You Look Like A Scripture Scholar
Here are some Thanksgiving scripture verses to help guide your worship and reflections.
You may share them at the dinner table or use them for your scripture reading. These Bible verses come from the King James version.
1 Chronicles 16:34
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Psalm 100:4
“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.”
Colossians 3:17
“And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.”
Ephesians 5:20
“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ;”
Psalm 118:28
“Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
Philippians 4:6-7
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Psalm 69:30
“I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.”
Hebrews 13:15
“By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.”
2 Corinthians 4:15
“For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.”
Psalm 9:1
“I will praise thee, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvelous works.”
Psalm 147:7
“Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving; sing praise upon the harp unto our God.”
Revelation 11:17
“We give thee thanks, O Lord God Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.”
Psalm 103:1-4
“Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—
who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases,
who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion.”
Isaiah 12:4-5
“And on that day you will say, “Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted.
Sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world.”
James 1:7
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
1 Chronicles 29:13
“Now therefore, our God, we thank thee, and praise thy glorious name.”
Psalm 107:1
“O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever.”
Psalm 7:17
“I will give thanks to the Lord because of his righteousness; I will sing the praises of the name of the Lord Most High.”
Colossians 3:15
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you are called to peace. And be thankful.”
Psalm 28:7
“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.”
Psalm 92:1
“It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High.”
Psalm 136:1-3, 26
“O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever.
O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever.
O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endureth for ever.”
What’s The Best Scripture For Thanksgiving?
Picking your favorite Thanksgiving Bible verse is like trying to choose your favorite pie at a Thanksgiving feast.
So, you might as well have a sliver slice of each one.
As you gather with loved ones to celebrate and give thanks, consider reading a few of these powerful verses that remind us of the goodness and faithfulness of God.
These scriptures will bring joy and inspiration to your Thanksgiving celebration.
So go ahead, read a handful aloud at the dinner table or write them in your gratitude journal.
And let’s remember to give thanks not just on this holiday, but every day for all the blessings the Lord pours out in our lives. Happy Thanksgiving!
Micah Klug is a wife, homeschooling mother to five children, and author. She teaches time-tested solutions to help parents remember what matters most in life, including strengthening their home, faith, and family relationships. To learn how a child who grew up in an authoritarian home is now creating an environment of peace and joy in her own home visit this page. If you want to contact Micah, send her an email here or email [email protected].
