40 Thanksgiving Prayer Points with Scriptures

Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday—it’s a lifestyle that transforms worry into peace and scarcity into abundance. As Psalm 100:4 reminds us, “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name” (NIV). Whether you’re gathered around the table with family or reflecting alone, these 40 simple prayer points, each paired with a Bible verse, will help you express genuine gratitude to God.

Start with a quiet moment, read each point aloud, pray it in your own words, and thank God for His goodness. Perfect for family prayer time, personal devotion, or sharing before your Thanksgiving meal.

Thanksgiving for God’s Character and Love

1. Thank You, Lord, for Your unfailing love that never ends. “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” (Psalm 107:1, NIV)
2. Thank You for being my Creator and knowing me completely. “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalm 139:14, NIV)
3. Thank You for Your mercy that is new every morning. “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.” (Lamentations 3:22-23, NIV)
4. Thank You for being my Provider and never leaving me in need. “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” (Psalm 23:1, NIV)
5. Thank You for Your faithfulness in every season of life. “Your faithfulness continues through all generations.” (Psalm 119:90, NIV)

Thanksgiving for Salvation and Spiritual Blessings

6. Thank You, Jesus, for dying on the cross to save me. “Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15, NIV)
7. Thank You for forgiving all my sins. “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” (1 Chronicles 16:34, NIV)
8. Thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit living in me. “We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty… because you have taken your great power.” (Revelation 11:17, NIV)
9. Thank You for the promise of eternal life with You. “Thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57, NIV)
10. Thank You for making me a child of God. “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!” (1 John 3:1, NIV)

Thanksgiving for Family and Relationships

11. Thank You for my parents and the love they show me. “Honor your father and mother… that it may go well with you.” (Ephesians 6:2-3, NIV)
12. Thank You for my siblings and the joy of friendship in our home. “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1, NIV)
13. Thank You for my spouse and the gift of marriage. “He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.” (Proverbs 18:22, NIV)
14. Thank You for my children and the blessing they are. “Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him.” (Psalm 127:3, NIV)
15. Thank You for friends who encourage my faith. “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” (Proverbs 27:17, NIV)

Thanksgiving for Daily Provision and Protection

16. Thank You for the food on our table today. “He provides food for those who fear him.” (Psalm 111:5, NIV)
17. Thank You for a warm home and a safe place to sleep. “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer.” (Psalm 18:2, NIV)
18. Thank You for clothes to wear and shoes on my feet. “I was naked, and you clothed me.” (Matthew 25:36, NIV)
19. Thank You for protecting me from danger I never even saw. “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” (Psalm 91:1, NIV)
20. Thank You for good health and strength in my body. “Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.” (Psalm 103:2-3, NIV)

Thanksgiving for Life’s Challenges and Growth

21. Thank You for the hard times that made me stronger. “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18, NIV)
22. Thank You for answered prayers I can look back on. “I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.” (Psalm 9:1, NIV)
23. Thank You for teaching me patience through waiting. “Let us give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!” (Colossians 1:3, NIV)
24. Thank You for comfort when I felt sad or afraid. “Praise be to the God… who comforts us in all our troubles.” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4, NIV)
25. Thank You for turning my mistakes into lessons. “It is good to praise the Lord… to proclaim your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night.” (Psalm 92:1-2, NIV)

Thanksgiving for Our Nation and World

26. Thank You for the country I live in and the freedoms I enjoy. “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” (Psalm 33:12, NIV)
27. Thank You for leaders who seek wisdom. “I urge… that petitions… be made… that we may live peaceful and quiet lives.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2, NIV)
28. Thank You for the beauty of creation around me. “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” (Psalm 19:1, NIV)
29. Thank You for seasons and harvest. “You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.” (Psalm 65:11, NIV)
30. Thank You for peace in our land. “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness.” (Psalm 105:1, NIV)

Thanksgiving for the Future and Hope

31. Thank You for new beginnings every day. “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning.” (Lamentations 3:22-23, NIV)
32. Thank You for the dreams You’ve placed in my heart. “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4, NIV)
33. Thank You for Your plans to prosper me. “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11, NIV)
34. Thank You that all things work together for my good. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.” (Romans 8:28, NIV)
35. Thank You for the promise of Your return. “Let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” (Hebrews 12:28, NIV)

Final Thanksgiving Prayers to Close Your Time

36. Thank You for hearing every prayer I pray. “I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy.” (Psalm 116:1, NIV)
37. Thank You for the gift of prayer itself. “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” (Colossians 4:2, NIV)
38. Thank You for a heart that can feel gratitude. “Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks.” (Ephesians 5:19-20, NIV)
39. Thank You for every person reading this right now. “I thank my God every time I remember you.” (Philippians 1:3, NIV)
40. Thank You, Lord, simply for who You are. “Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” (Psalm 105:1, NIV)

Practical Tips to Make These Prayers Part of Your Thanksgiving

• Print this list and pass it around the dinner table—let each person read one aloud.
• Choose 5-10 points that feel most personal and pray them together as a family.
• Write three things you’re thankful for in a journal after each prayer.
• Play soft worship music in the background to create a peaceful atmosphere.
• End by holding hands and saying a big “Thank You, God!” together.

Key Takeaways

Thanksgiving prayer isn’t about long words—it’s about a sincere heart. These 40 prayer points with scriptures cover God’s love, salvation, family, provision, growth, and hope, helping you express gratitude in every area of life.

As you pray them, watch worry fade and joy rise. Scripture promises that a thankful heart invites God’s presence and peace into your home.

This Thanksgiving, go beyond the turkey and football. Make gratitude your loudest tradition. Your family will remember the prayers long after the leftovers are gone.