In a world filled with distractions and challenges, it’s essential to pause and reflect on the abundance of blessings in our lives. The Bible is a rich source of wisdom on gratitude, teaching us to acknowledge and count our blessings from God. This introspection not only strengthens our faith but also enriches our lives with peace and contentment. Here are Bible verses that encourage us to count our blessings and cherish the gifts bestowed upon us by the Lord.
Bible Verses About Counting your Blessings
1. James 1:17 – Every Good Gift
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17
Related Verses:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” – Psalm 107:1
“Oftentimes the blessing is confusion of understanding, but clarity of faith.” – Proverbs 4:7
“Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” – Psalm 32:1
2. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – Thankfulness in All Circumstances
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Related Verses:
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:12
“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
3. Psalm 103:2 – Forget Not His Benefits
“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” – Psalm 103:2
Related Verses:
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!” – Psalm 103:1
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him.” – Psalm 37:23
“What shall I return to the Lord for all his goodness to me?” – Psalm 116:12
4. Philippians 4:19 – God’s Provision
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
Related Verses:
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” – Psalm 23:1
“Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself.” – Psalm 84:3
“Consider the ravens: they do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them.” – Luke 12:24
5. Ephesians 1:3 – Spiritual Blessings
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.” – Ephesians 1:3
Related Verses:
“For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” – Ephesians 1:4
“In him, we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” – Ephesians 1:7
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” – Matthew 5:14
6. Colossians 3:17 – Everything in His Name
“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.” – Colossians 3:17
Related Verses:
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Romans 12:21
7. 2 Corinthians 9:8 – Abounding Grace
“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” – 2 Corinthians 9:8
Related Verses:
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
“The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it.” – Proverbs 10:22
8. Psalm 67:7 – Nations and Praise
“May God bless us still, so that all the ends of the earth will fear him.” – Psalm 67:7
Related Verses:
“May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us.” – Psalm 67:1
“I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you.” – Genesis 12:2
“Come and see what God has done, his awesome deeds for mankind!” – Psalm 66:5
9. Romans 15:13 – Joy and Peace
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13
Related Verses:
“For you, O Lord, have made me glad by your work.” – Psalm 92:4
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart.” – Proverbs 3:5
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” – Romans 8:1
10. Proverbs 10:22 – True Wealth
“The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it.” – Proverbs 10:22
Related Verses:
“Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.” – Proverbs 11:4
“Whoever loves money never has enough.” – Ecclesiastes 5:10
“Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.” – Proverbs 11:4
11. Psalm 23:1 – The Lord My Shepherd
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” – Psalm 23:1
Related Verses:
“He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters.” – Psalm 23:2
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life.” – Psalm 23:6
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.” – Psalm 55:22
12. Matthew 6:33 – Seeking First the Kingdom
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” – Matthew 6:33
Related Verses:
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink.” – Matthew 6:25
“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” – Matthew 6:10
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7
13. Hebrews 13:5 – Contentment in Life
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’” – Hebrews 13:5
Related Verses:
“Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil.” – Proverbs 15:16
“Godliness with contentment is great gain.” – 1 Timothy 6:6
“For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.” – 1 Timothy 6:7
14. Psalm 100:4 – Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” – Psalm 100:4
Related Verses:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” – Psalm 136:1
“Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song.” – Psalm 95:2
“I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart.” – Psalm 9:1
15. 1 Chronicles 16:34 – Enduring Love
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” – 1 Chronicles 16:34
Related Verses:
“Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.” – Psalm 107:8
“The earth is filled with your love, Lord; teach me your decrees.” – Psalm 119:64
“I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.” – Psalm 34:1
16. Nehemiah 8:10 – Strength in Joy
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” – Nehemiah 8:10
Related Verses:
“Light is shed upon the righteous and joy on the upright in heart.” – Psalm 97:11
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.” – Psalm 16:11
“Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy.” – 1 Peter 1:8
17. Isaiah 12:4 – Grateful in God’s Name
“Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” – Isaiah 12:4
Related Verses:
“Sing the praises of the Lord, you his faithful people; praise his holy name.” – Psalm 30:4
“Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.” – 1 Chronicles 16:24
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” – Psalm 19:1
18. 2 Corinthians 4:15 – Overflowing Gratitude
“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.” – 2 Corinthians 4:15
Related Verses:
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him.” – Colossians 2:6
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” – Romans 12:10
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
19. Psalm 34:8 – Taste the Goodness
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” – Psalm 34:8
Related Verses:
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.” – Jeremiah 17:7
“Blessed are all who take refuge in him.” – Psalm 2:12
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.” – Psalm 34:17
20. Lamentations 3:23 – Faithful Every Morning
“They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:23
Related Verses:
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken.” – Isaiah 54:10
“The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him.” – Lamentations 3:25
“I have loved you with an everlasting love.” – Jeremiah 31:3
21. Matthew 7:11 – Giving Good Gifts
“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” – Matthew 7:11
Related Verses:
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7
“For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds.” – Matthew 7:8
“Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” – Luke 12:32
22. Luke 6:38 – Measure of Giving
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap.” – Luke 6:38
Related Verses:
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give.” – 2 Corinthians 9:7
“He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.” – Psalm 23:3
“My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
23. Deuteronomy 28:2 – Overflowing Blessings
“All these blessings will come on you and accompany you if you obey the Lord your God.” – Deuteronomy 28:2
Related Verses:
“Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field.” – Deuteronomy 28:3
“Blessed shall be the fruit of your body, and the fruit of your ground.” – Deuteronomy 28:4
“The Lord will command the blessing on you in your barns and in all that you undertake.” – Deuteronomy 28:8
24. Psalm 16:11 – Path of Life
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” – Psalm 16:11
Related Verses:
“The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” – Psalm 126:3
“I am the way and the truth and the life.” – John 14:6
“For with you is the fountain of life; in your light, we see light.” – Psalm 36:9
25. Zephaniah 3:17 – God’s Delight in Us
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you.” – Zephaniah 3:17
Related Verses:
“His faithfulness continues through all generations.” – Psalm 100:5
“Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.” – Proverbs 16:20
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
26. Proverbs 22:9 – A Generous Eye
“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9
Related Verses:
“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” – Proverbs 11:25
“Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back.” – Luke 6:30
“He who saves souls is wise.” – Proverbs 11:30
27. Isaiah 26:3 – Perfect Peace
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” – Isaiah 26:3
Related Verses:
“When you lie down, you will not be afraid.” – Proverbs 3:24
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” – John 14:27
28. 1 Peter 1:3 – Living Hope
“In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” – 1 Peter 1:3
Related Verses:
“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” – Proverbs 13:12
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace.” – Romans 15:13
“He has saved us and called us to a holy life.” – 2 Timothy 1:9
29. Galatians 6:9 – Perseverance in Doing Good
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Related Verses:
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.” – Colossians 3:23
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Romans 12:21
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm.” – 1 Corinthians 15:58
30. Psalm 65:11 – Crowning the Year
“You crown the year with your goodness, and your paths drip with abundance.” – Psalm 65:11
Related Verses:
“The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does.” – Psalm 145:17
“Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might, be to our God forever and ever.” – Revelation 7:12
“His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
31. Isaiah 30:18 – Waiting for the Lord
“Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him!” – Isaiah 30:18
Related Verses:
“The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him.” – Lamentations 3:25
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart.” – Psalm 27:14
“Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield.” – Psalm 33:20
32. 2 Thessalonians 1:3 – Growing Faith
“We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.” – 2 Thessalonians 1:3
Related Verses:
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” – Hebrews 11:1
“Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message.” – Romans 10:17
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13
Final Thought
In our daily walk with Christ, recognizing and counting our blessings fosters an attitude of gratitude that reshapes our lives. The practice of gratitude shifts our focus from a mindset of lack to one of abundance, opening our hearts to the boundless gifts that God continually offers. By reflecting on these verses, we are not only reminded of God’s grace and generosity but are also encouraged to share our blessings with others, thereby multiplying the joy that flows from grateful hearts.
As we count our blessings intentionally, we cultivate a lifestyle of contentment and peace, nurturing a deeper connection with God and fostering love and gratitude within our communities. Let these verses inspire and guide you in recognizing the wondrous blessings surrounding you, allowing your heart to overflow with praise and thanksgiving. May your life be filled with the peace and joy that comes from acknowledging and appreciating every blessing bestowed upon you.