The Power of Gratitude: Luke 17: 11–19 #bibleverseofthedayexplained

Luke 17:11–19 As Jesus was traveling to Jerusalem, He passed between Samaria and Galilee. In a certain village, ten men with leprosy met Him. Standing at a distance, they called out, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.” Jesus told them, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went, they were cleansed. One of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, praising God in a loud voice. He fell at Jesus’ feet and gave thanks to Him. This man was a Samaritan. Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? Has no one returned to give praise to God except this foreigner?” Then He said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.” Interpretation and Message 1. The Attitude of Gratitude All ten men were healed, but only one returned to thank Jesus. This highlights the importance of gratitude. Although all received the same healing, only one responded with thanksgiving. Gratitude is a sincere response to God's grace. It is not enough to receive blessings—we must acknowledge and give thanks for them. 2. The Purpose of Thanksgiving is to Glorify God The Samaritan man returned and glorified God with a loud voice. True thanksgiving is not only about saying "thank you," but also about giving glory to God. It means publicly acknowledging His goodness and sharing it with others. 3. The Importance of Faith Jesus said to the Samaritan, “Your faith has made you well.” This implies not just physical healing but also spiritual salvation. True faith involves trust, obedience, and a heart of gratitude toward God. 4. Miracles Are Not the End, but a Beginning All ten men were physically healed, but only one received the fullness of salvation. This shows that miracles alone do not guarantee spiritual transformation. It is our response—our faith and gratitude—that leads to deeper relationship and salvation. Channel Name: Bon Bon Daddy Evergreen현 [email protected] As a church member, I’m all about glorifying God through worship, supporting the church, and building connections among fellow believers. I pray earnestly for God’s kingdom and its mission here on earth. We want to use YouTube to share the real message that Jesus is the Christ. He’s the one who opened the path to God, even in the midst of sin, curses, and darkness. We’re praying for global outreach, hoping to bring salvation to everyone around the globe. Let’s enjoy our time with the Lord, embrace the strength He’s given us, and appreciate the blessings of being disciples who share the gospel. #shorts