THANKS, n. generally in the plural. Expression of gratitude an acknowledgment made to express a sense of favor or kindness received. Gratitude is the feeling or sentiment excited by kindness thanks are the expression of that sentiment. Luke 6 .

Thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory. 1 Corinthians 15

Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift. 2 Corinthians 9

He took bread and gave thanks to God. Acts 27