Aesop is credited with the saying, “Gratitude turns what we have into enough.”

Nothing could be truer. When we focus on gratitude and the things which we have to be thankful, there is no room for misery, resentment, or envy.

It gives us a joyful heart, praise toward God, and a positive mindset.

Let’s dive into some gratitude quotes that can help us focus our attention on what we have and who has give them to us over what we think we might need or our own short comings.

20 Gratitude Quotes

We are the most blessed people on earth when we focus on all we’ve been given! Let’s let these verses and quotes remind us to count our blessings. Let’s remember to thank the Lord and others for all they mean in our lives.

Gratitude Quotes from the Bible

God’s word is the ultimate authority and it was also written by a Father who wants the best for us. So, we it repeatedly tells us to be thankful and grateful, it’s worthy to be obeyed.

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Colossians 3:16 NIV

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm 100:4 NIV

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 NIV

Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. 1 Chronicles 16:34 NIV

Gratitude Quotes from Famous Authors

These are from some of my favorite authors. I hope the inspire you and invoke gratitude to the Lord like they do me.

“It’s one thing to be grateful. It’s another to give thanks. Gratitude is what you feel. Thanksgiving is what you do.” Tim Keller

“Gratitude is a decision of the will, and if a decision of the will, the choice resides squarely with us. Deciding to be thankful is no easy task. It takes work.” Chuck Swindoll

“When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.” G.K. Chesterton

“No matter what you might be going through right now, God has blessed you far more than you probably imagine—not just with material goods, but with family, with freedom and with the ability to enjoy His gifts.” Billy Graham

“Gratitude is a mindful awareness of the benefits of life. It is the greatest of virtues. Studies have linked the emotion with a variety of positive effects. Grateful people tend to be more empathetic and forgiving of others. People who keep a gratitude journal are more likely to have a positive outlook on life. Grateful individuals demonstrate less envy, materialism and self-comparison. Thankfulness improves self-esteem, enhances relationships, quality of sleep, and longevity.” Max Lucado

Gratitude Quotes for Kids

Let’s help our kiddos keep hearts by sharing some inspiring gratitude quotes with them too!

“What if, today, we were grateful for everything?” Charlie Brown

“Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” A.A. Milne from Winnie the Pooh

“The more grateful I am, the more beauty I see.” Mary Davis

“It is only with gratitude that life becomes rich.” Dietrich Bonhoeffer

“Gratitude is the memory of the heart.” Jean Baptiste Massieu

Gratitude Quotes for Others

My hope is that you will share these with others and let them know how grateful you are for them being a part of your life. These are done fill in the blank style so you can personalize them.

Encourage your kids to use them to make thank you notes. And, I challenge you, mom, to use them for your family and friends this week too.

Thank you for being you! You will never know how much you mean to me. I especially appreciate that you are __________________.

I am grateful for you friendship. It is a blessing in my life. I will never forget the time you ______________. That really encourage me.

Your love and care for me and my family has never gone unnoticed. Allow me now to say thank you from a grateful heart. Please be encouraged that you are _______________ and I will always remember your acts of kindness.

Thank you for your help. You are always willing to step up and provide when I have a need. I am super grateful for ____________________.

A huge thanks to you today! You are so _____________ and _______________. I can’t imagine life without your presence.

Gratitude Prayers

These prayers are taken from my post Thanksgiving Prayers and Blessings.

God, you love to bless your children. You long to give grace and peace to those who know you. May we turn our hearts to you so you can turn your face to us and bless us and keep us, and be gracious to us. With gratitude and thanksgiving, we bless your holy name and ask for your continued favor. Amen.

Father, every good and perfect gift comes from You. We are so overwhelmed with the good gifts of family, friends, and __________________. Thank you that you never change and that you always give us better than we deserve. Help us to never take your blessings for granted and to always express our gratitude. Amen.

More Gratitude Resources

I am hopeful these resources will help you remain grateful and hopeful all year long.

Gratitude List ABC’s

Praising God in Difficult Times

7 Ways To Raise Grateful Kids in a Self-Centered World

5 Family Bible Lessons For Thanksgiving