1. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 119:67
“Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word.”
— Psalm 119:67 (KJV)
Dear God,
Some of the greatest gifts You’ve given me didn’t come wrapped in celebration — they came through challenge.
But I see the good now.
Thank You for what You taught me in the hard things.
I am thankful, Lord. Growth is a gift too.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
2. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 145:8
“The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.”
— Psalm 145:8 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Today, I simply want to thank You for being You.
For being steady when I’m shaky.
For being kind when I am harsh with myself.
I am thankful, Lord. You are everything I need.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
3. Short Prayer for Thankful - 1 John 1:9
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
— 1 John 1:9 (KJV)
Dear Father,
Thank You for filling my life with second chances.
You never define me by my worst moments. You define me by Your grace.
I am thankful, Lord. You are the God of do-overs.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
4. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 68:19
“Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah.”
— Psalm 68:19 (KJV)
Dear God,
When I look around, I see a thousand reasons to give thanks.
Forgive me for focusing on what I lack.
Help me count what I’ve already been given.
I am thankful, Lord. You’ve already given more than enough.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
5. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 27:14
“Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart...”
— Psalm 27:14 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
I thank You not just for healing me, but for staying with me during the waiting.
Even when answers were slow, You were faithful.
I am thankful, Lord. Your presence is the real miracle.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
6. Short Prayer for Thankful - 1 Peter 2:9
“Ye are a chosen generation... that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.”
— 1 Peter 2:9 (KJV)
Dear Father,
Thank You for calling me Yours.
Not because I did something right, but because You chose me in love.
That truth changes everything.
I am thankful, Lord. I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
7. Short Prayer for Thankful - 2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slack concerning his promise... but is longsuffering to us-ward.”
— 2 Peter 3:9 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Thank You for never rushing me.
You are patient with my process, gentle with my growth.
You never ask me to hurry healing.
I am thankful, Lord. Your timing brings peace.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
8. Short Prayer for Thankful - Romans 8:26
“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities... with groanings which cannot be uttered.”
— Romans 8:26 (KJV)
Dear Father,
I’m thankful that You listen even when I don’t have the words.
Tears, sighs, silence — You hear them all.
I am thankful, Lord. You understand my heart.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
9. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 37:24
“Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him...”
— Psalm 37:24 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Thank You for the strength to get back up again.
Failure doesn’t define me — grace does.
I am thankful, Lord. You never give up on me.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
10. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 118:24
“This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”
— Psalm 118:24 (KJV)
Dear God,
Thank You for the gift of today.
Not everyone gets another sunrise. I don’t want to waste this one.
I am thankful, Lord. This day is from You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
11. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 126:5
“They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”
Psalm 126:5 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Thank You for joy that returns even after sorrow.
You never leave me in the dark for long.
Your light always finds a way in.
I am thankful, Lord. You are my joy-bringer.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
12. Short Prayer for Thankful - Matthew 6:8
“Your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.”
Matthew 6:8 (KJV)
Dear Father,
Thank You for providing in ways I didn’t even know I needed.
You are already working behind the scenes.
I am thankful, Lord. You take care of the unseen.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
13. Short Prayer for Thankful - Matthew 6:11
“Give us this day our daily bread.”
Matthew 6:11 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
I’m thankful for the little things —
Warm food, clean water, safe shelter.
Remind me that these are not small at all.
I am thankful, Lord. You meet my daily needs.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
14. Short Prayer for Thankful - Malachi 3:6
“For I am the Lord, I change not.”
Malachi 3:6 (KJV)
Dear God,
Thank You for staying the same in a world that changes constantly.
When everything shifts, You remain steady.
I am thankful, Lord. You are my anchor.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
15. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 18:30
“As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.”
Psalm 18:30 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
I thank You for the moments You said “no.”
At the time, I didn’t understand — but now I see You were protecting me.
I am thankful, Lord. Your wisdom guarded me.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
16. Short Prayer for Thankful - Ephesians 2:9
“Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
Ephesians 2:9 (KJV)
Dear Father,
Thank You for giving my life meaning beyond performance.
Even when I do nothing impressive, I’m still loved, still chosen, still Yours.
I am thankful, Lord. My worth is found in You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
17. Short Prayer for Thankful - Matthew 11:28
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28 (KJV)
Dear Jesus,
I’m thankful for the days when I have nothing to prove.
You’re not impressed by performance — You’re moved by presence.
So here I am, simply Yours.
I am thankful, God. I can rest in Your love.
In Your name,
Amen.
18. Short Prayer for Thankful - Proverbs 17:22
“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine.”
Proverbs 17:22 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Thank You for laughter — for moments of lightness that lift my soul.
Even in hard times, joy finds its way in.
I am thankful, Lord. Joy is a holy gift.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
19. Short Prayer for Thankful - Luke 17:20
“The kingdom of God cometh not with observation.”
Luke 17:20 (KJV)
Dear God,
Thank You for growth I didn’t even notice until now.
You were changing me slowly, quietly, faithfully.
Let me never underestimate what You’re doing in secret.
I am thankful, Lord. You are working in the hidden places.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
20. Short Prayer for Thankful - Psalm 119:114
“Thou art my hiding place and my shield.”
Psalm 119:114 (KJV)
Dear Lord,
Thank You for protecting me from battles I never had to fight.
You shielded me from dangers I’ll never even know.
I am thankful, Lord. Your mercy surrounds me daily.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.