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Hearts Full of Gratitude: Lessons from Luke 17:11-19

Explore the story of the ten leprous men who met Jesus in Luke 17:11-19 and learn about the importance of thankfulness. Discover God's reasons for demanding thankfulness, keys to being thankful, and powerful reminders on counting blessings over problems. Join us in embracing an attitude of gratitude and experiencing the transformative power of thanksgiving in our daily lives.

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Hearts Full of Gratitude: Lessons from Luke 17:11-19

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  1. A Lesson of Jesus on Thankfulness – Luke 17:11-19 • TEN leprous men met Jesus & stood afar off • TEN leprous men raised their voices, asking for mercy • TEN leprous men were cleansed of their disease • ONE man (a Samaritan) turned back to Jesus • ONE man, with a loud voice, continually glorified God • ONE man fell down on his face at Jesus’ feet • ONE man continually gave thanks to Jesus • Jesus asked, “Were there not tencleansed?” • Jesus asked, “But where are the nine?”

  2. God Commands Us to Be Thankful • “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.” – Col. 3:15 • “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” – Col. 3:17; cf. Heb. 13:15 • “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” – Phil. 4:6 • “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thess. 5:18

  3. God’s Reasons for Demanding Thankfulness • He is mindful of us • He sent His Son • He supplies all our needs • He created us • He is merciful • He died for us • He first loved us • He gives us chance at eternal life with Him • He protects us

  4. God’s Reasons for Demanding Thankfulness • He gives us everything • Mercy triumphs over judgment • The church • The word of God • He answers prayers • He keeps His promises • He forgives us of our sins • He heals us

  5. God’s Reasons for Demanding Thankfulness • To remember (and not forget) our God! • Romans 1:21-25; 2 Cor. 9:15 • To remember that God is the giver of all good things! • James 1:17; Acts 17:25, 28; Psa. 68:19; 103:1-5 • To keep our problems in perspective! • Psa. 46:1; Heb. 13:5; Phil. 4:13 • To keep us from sinning! • Eph. 5:3-4; John 14:15 • To give us the peace that surpasses all understanding! • Phil 4:6-7; Matt. 6:31-32

  6. God’s Keys to Being Thankful • Pray • Study the Bible • Thank Him for waking me up • Obeying • Change your perception • Count your blessings not your problems • Be a good steward • Surround yourself with thankful people • Serve others

  7. God’s Keys to Being Thankful • Meditate daily • Being more thankful for health • Be thankful for God’s Word • Be more aware of our blessings • Be grateful for what you have • Sing praises

  8. God’s Keys to Being Thankful • Remember to balance troubles & blessings – Isa. 41:10 • Remember the spiritual blessings you have – Eph. 1:3 • Remember who your Father is – 1 Jn. 3:1-2; Psa. 50:10 • Remember who your Savior is – 2 Cor. 9:15 • Remember the home prepared for you – John 14:1-3 • Remember the church, your brethren – Phil. 1:3 • Remember to live in today – Matt. 6:34; Jas. 4:13-15 • Remember it is more blessed to give – Acts 20:35 • Remember the privilege of prayer – 1 Thess. 5:17-18

  9. The Lesson for Us to Learn • Don’t be numbered among the missing • Don’t keep company with the ungrateful & unthankful • Remember that thanksgiving is “thanksliving” • Work at developing an attitude of gratitude • Count your blessings, not your worries • Might not deserve bad things, but not deserve good • Consider spiritual blessings even more precious • Your soul’s salvation is greatest blessing ever receive

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