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What Does the Bible Say About Gratitude?

The Bible repeatedly encourages gratitude because thankfulness changes perspective and protects the heart from bitterness, entitlement, and constant dissatisfaction.

What the Bible says

  1. Scripture
    In every thing give thanks.
    1 Thessalonians 5:18

    Scripture encourages gratitude even during difficult seasons.

  2. Scripture
    O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good.
    Psalm 107:1

    Thankfulness is repeatedly connected with recognizing God's goodness.

  3. Scripture
    Be ye thankful.
    Colossians 3:15

    The Bible treats gratitude as part of a healthy spiritual life.

A grounded way to understand this

Biblical gratitude is not pretending life is perfect. It is learning to recognize God's goodness even during imperfect seasons.

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