8 Powerful Songs of Thanksgiving and Gratitude

Music can have such a strong impact on our emotions, attitudes, and sense of praise. Here are 8 powerful songs of thanksgiving and gratitude to get us in the mindset for praise.

Thanksgiving and gratitude are always timely. As I thought about that, these songs of thanksgiving started coming to mind.

There are a couple of songs listed that are somewhat new to me. When I heard them, I knew I had to share.

I highlighted a few of the lyrics that really stood out to me. As you listen to the songs, really think about what they are saying.

*Just a note – These songs should come up, even if you don’t have a YouTube account. If an ad is on the player, look for a “Skip” button within the first 5 seconds on the YouTube screen.

#1 Song – Gratitude by Brandon Lake

“Gratitude” by Brandon Lake

I am very familiar with the chorus of this song, but look at the first lyrics! This is so true – there is no real way to ever express how grateful we are or should be.

Song Lyrics

All my words fall short
I got nothing new
How could I express
All my gratitude?

I could sing these songs
As I often do
But every song must end
And You never do

Listen to “Gratitude” by Brandon Lake

#2 Song – Goodness of God by CeCe Winans

“Goodness of God” by CeCe Winans

Song Lyrics

I love Your voice
You have led me through the fire
In darkest night You are close like no other
I’ve known You as a Father
I’ve known You as a Friend
And I have lived in the goodness of God, yeah

‘Cause all my life You have been faithful, oh yes You have
And all my life You have been so, so good
With every breath that I am able
Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

Listen to “Goodness of God” by CeCe Winans

#3 Song – Counting My Blessings by Seph Schlueter

“Counting My Blessings” by Seph Schlueter

Song Lyrics

It’s like it was yesterday
I was a praying for a miracle
Scared to have a little hope
And now looking back today
Seeing all the things You’ve done
I can’t even add them up

Another Verse

And I know that seasons never last forever
So, God I will remember all of the reasons
My heart has to be grateful
All the times You’ve been faithful to me

Listen to “Counting My Blessings” by Seph Schlueter

#4 Song – 10,000 Reasons by Matt Redman

“10,000 Reasons” by Matt Redman

Song Lyrics

You’re rich in love
And You’re slow to anger
Your name is great
And Your heart is kind
For all Your goodness
I will keep on singing
Ten thousand reasons
For my heart to find

Listen to “10,000 Reasons” by Matt Redman

#5 Song – Thank You Lord for Your Blessings on Me by Chris Else

“Thank You Lord for Your Blessings on Me” by Chris Else

This is one of those songs that I have only “heard from a distance.” In other words, I have never paid attention to what it was saying. It is absolutely beautiful!

Song Lyrics

While the world looks upon me
As I struggle along
They say I have nothing
But they are so wrong
In my heart, I’m rejoicing
How I wish they could see
Thank You Lord
For Your blessings on me

Listen to “Thank You Lord for Your Blessings on Me” by Chris Else

#6 Song – Counting Every Blessing by Rend Collective

“Counting Every Blessing” by Rend Collective

If it weren’t for copyright laws, I would have shared all of the lyrics. When you listen to them, look at how they have woven the 23rd Psalm into the lyrics. I have never noticed it until now.

Song Lyrics

You were there in the valley of shadows
You were there in the depth of my sorrows
You’re my strength, my hope for tomorrow
I’ve been blessed beyond all measure

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Letting go and trusting when I cannot see
I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Surely every season You are good to me

Listen to “Counting Every Blessing” by Rend Collective

#7 Song – Gratitude by Nichole Nordeman

“Gratitude” by Nichole Nordeman

This is an older song that I either did not know about or forgot. I can’t imagine I would have forgotten about this one. It is beautiful, and I have always loved Nichole Nordeman.

Song Lyrics

Send some rain, would You send some rain?
‘Cause the earth is dry and needs to drink again
And the sun is high and we are sinking in the shade
Would You send a cloud, thunder long and loud?
Let the sky grow black and send some mercy down
Surely You can see that we are thirsty and afraid
But maybe not, not today
Maybe You’ll provide in other ways
And if that’s the case …

We’ll give thanks to You with gratitude
For lessons learned in how to thirst for You
How to bless the very sun that warms our face
If You never send us rain

Listen to “Gratitude” by Nichole Nordeman

#8 Song – My Tribute by Natalie Grant and CeCe Winans

“My Tribute” by Natalie Grant and CeCe Winans

Song Lyrics

How can I say thanks
For the things You have done for me
Things so undeserved
Yet You gave to prove Your love for me

To God be the glory
To God be the glory
To God be the glory
For the things He has done

Listen to “My Tribute” by Natalie Grant and CeCe Winans

One Item to Share

We have stacks and stacks of Christian music CDs. Most of these are from the 90s and 2000s. I love these old songs, but I rarely listened to them – until now.

I bought this CD player for my she shed and pulled out the old CDs! It looks like a mini record player. I basically wanted it because it was cute, but I am getting to listen to some really good music!

If you are in the same boat and need a cute CD player, check this one out.

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I am very thankful for each of these songs. As I was putting this together, these songs truly got me in a state of thankfulness.

I know you probably have other favorite songs of thanksgiving and gratitude. Please share below in the comments.

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Until next time…

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“Then my head will be high above my enemies around me; I will offer sacrifices in His tent with shouts of joy. I will sing and make music to the Lord.” Psalm 27:6