“The Truth Concerning Gratitude” Luke 17:11-19

I. Our Cry for Mercy Has Been Heard – Luke 17:11-13
A. They stood afar off.
B. They cried out for mercy.
II. His Command to Obey Should Be Followed – Luke 17:14
A. Obedience is required.
B. Blessing is received.
III. Our Call to Gratitude Should be Expressed – Luke 17:15-19
A. An unusual response.
B. An unanswered request.

Discussion Questions
1) What was the physical and social condition of a leper? How is the condition of a sinner similar to that of a leper? What does a leper and a sinner need more than anything else?
2) What were all 10 lepers required to do? What did it take to be obedient? Does obedience bring blessing? Why or why not? How do we know what God is wanting us to do? Share how obedience brings blessing into your life.
3) How many lepers returned to thank Jesus? How did he show his gratitude? Were all 10 healed physically? Were all 10 healed spiritually? How can we show our gratitude to the Lord this Thanksgiving?