Have You Thanked the Lord
Have you thanked the Lord for his goodness
A simple gospel song of thanksgiving, asking whether the worshipper has thanked God for his goodness. The refrain and stanzas move through different expressions of gratitude for God's blessings.
History & Background
A contemporary gospel song of thanksgiving widely used in African American worship contexts and increasingly across denominations.
Hymnal Appearances
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 829
Bulletin Note
Have You Thanked the Lord — Alfred Johnson
Preaching Connection
Thanksgiving as a daily practice — counting the blessings of God.
Themes
Thanksgiving Gospel Gratitude African American