Gratitude - 10 Lepers

What a powerful moment when a Samaritan leper's gratitude set him apart from the crowd! In Pastor Philip's compelling exploration of Luke 17:11-19, we discover how true gratitude transforms us from the inside out. Through the story of ten lepers healed by Jesus, only one—a despised Samaritan—returned to give thanks, demonstrating that authentic gratitude remembers God's grace, responds in immediate obedience, and returns to worship the Giver rather than just celebrating the gift. Pastor Philip masterfully connects this ancient account to our modern struggle with entitlement and routine Christianity, challenging us to examine whether our hearts truly look different because of gratitude. Using engaging illustrations from his childhood experiences with pumpkin pie and Christmas gifts, he reminds us that genuine gratitude isn't just about being thankful for blessings but about being transformed by the Blesser Himself. The urgent call rings clear: Will we be like the nine who continued on their way, or will we be the one who returns to fall at Jesus' feet in wholehearted worship?