Studies

Thanksfulness of the Leper

 Share "Reasons my Son is Crying"
 There nothing that can be done - to make them happy

 What are some ways that you see selfishness in adults?

• Not working together
• Not sharing

 Can not help but see how God feels when I am not thankful

 Luke 17:11-19 - Share story

 What would it be like to be a leper?

•  Sores, Smelled, Poor (could not hold a job)
• Unclean, isolated

What are some reasons the nine did not return to give thanks?

• Too busy
• Not Convenient
• Thank him later
• Out of my way
• He knows my heart
• I obeyed....

Would you say that these people believed in Jesus? Why?
Were Jews, Obeyed Jesus

How do you think Jesus felt about the nine?

• Hurt
• Disappointed
• Sad
• Let down

 vs 15-16 - What can we see about the Samaritan?

• Ran
• Shouted
• Fell on the ground, VERY thankful

 How can we like the Samaritan toward God?

• Remember what God has done for us
• Obey Gods commands
• Give credit to where it belongs

 What stop us?

• Too busy
• God knows my heart
• Don't have committed

CONCLUSION:

• Ungratefulness hurts God
• Reconizing where your blessing come from
• Be a thankful person - God, parents, friends