There is so much to be thankful for in life. Thanksgiving keeps us in the right standing with God. Therefore, it is always important to remember that God withholds no good thing from us. But, out of ignorance we tend to forget.
During the month of November, many religious persons spend time reflecting on what they’re grateful for, and growing in gratitude for all God has done. Sometimes you need help praying and just can’t seem to find the words to pray. This simple Prayer Points for Thanksgiving scriptures will help you put your gratitude into words..
Powerful Thanksgiving Prayer Points
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #1: Consume My Thought Life, Lord
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” ― Philippians 4:8
Prayer: In a world that seems to spiral out of control, help me find stability in you. You are my rock. I take all negative thoughts captive and bind them in the name of Jesus. My mind will stay focused on you, Lord. I will notice the positive, the good, the beauty that’s around me. I will look for the people who are doing good. I will speak encouragement to the helpers in our community. I will think about the excellent things you are doing in the midst of this world. I will combat any negative thought that creeps into my mind with your Word, your truth. I will encourage myself in you and I will speak life into others as well.
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #2: I Praise Your Name
“I will praise the name of God with a song, And will magnify Him with thanksgiving.” ― Psalm 69:30
Prayer: Lord in heaven, I lift up my voice in praise. You are holy and awesome and I magnify your name right now. I thank you for who you are. As I praise you in song, I just want to focus on you and your goodness. I’m grateful for all you’ve done in my life. I’m thankful for where you are taking me. I’m excited to see what you will do in the future. I trust you completely! You are my rock and my fortress. You supply all my needs. You are awesome in this place right now. I praise your holy name. Thank you, Jesus, for all you’ve done. Amen.
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #3: Thank You, God
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” ― 1 Chronicles 16:34
Prayer: Lord, I give you thanks. You are so good to me! Your love for me is so great and infinite. For that alone, I am grateful. You are always working things for my good, even when I can’t see it or don’t understand what’s going on around me. Help me to rest in the fact that you are God and I am not. You are my Creator and know me better than I know myself. I am yours, Lord, utterly and completely. Thank you for your love, your mercy, and your grace. Thank you for your provision. Thank you for family, friends, and the people I get to do life with.
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #4: Thank You For Health
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” ― 3 John 1:2
Prayer: Just as I am growing in my spiritual health with you, help me to also grow in my physical health. Give me wisdom to make right choices regarding my body and do my best to avoid viruses, diseases, and other illnesses. Teach me to make better food choices and honor you with what I allow into my body. And Lord, if I do encounter illness, give me the faith to know you will bring me through it. Heal me, and then give me boldness to share my testimony with others so that you may get the glory for it.
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #5: Thank You For Fellowship With Other Believers
“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” ― Acts 2:42
Prayer: Lord, I offer thanksgiving for the opportunity to fellowship with other believers. Let us encourage one another to remain steadfast and continue in the faith. Thank you for this time of gathering together as a nation and as we offer gratitude back to you for all that you’ve brought us through. This year may look a little different than past Thanksgiving holidays, but we are creative and resilient and will always find ways to gather and give thanks. Be it in person or virtually, or however we are able to come together, we know that you are in our midst. We are thankful we have each other and that we can offer thanksgiving to you from wherever we may be, regardless of what’s going on in the world around us.
Thanksgiving Prayer Point #6: Release Us From Anxiety
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” ― Philippians 4:6-7