1. ETERNALLY GRATEFUL “Offer thanksgiving sacrifices, tell the world what
“It happened that as he made his way toward he's done--sing it out!” Psalm 107:1-2, 7-8, 22 MSG
Jerusalem, he crossed over the border between
Samaria and Galilee. As he entered a village, ten “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer
men, all lepers, met him. They kept their distance to God a sacrifice of praise-- the fruit of lips that
but raised their voices, calling out, "Jesus, Master, confess his name.” Hebrews 13:15 NIV
have mercy on us!" Taking a good look at them,
he said, "Go, show yourselves to the priests." They “We know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus
went, and while still on their way, became clean. from the dead will also raise us with Jesus and
One of them, when he realized that he was healed, present us with you in his presence. All this is for
turned around and came back, shouting his your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching
gratitude, glorifying God. He kneeled at Jesus' feet,
more and more people may cause thanksgiving to
so grateful. He couldn't thank him enough--and he
overflow to the glory of God.” 2 Cor. 4:14-15 NIV
was a Samaritan. Jesus said, "Were not ten
healed? Where are the nine? Can none be found
to come back and give glory to God except this “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's
outsider?" Then he said to him, "Get up. On your will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
way. Your faith has healed and saved you."
Luke 17:11-19 MSG “For our light and momentary troubles are
achieving for us an eternal glory that far
“Oh, thank GOD--he's so good! His love never runs outweighs them all.” 2
out. All of you set free by GOD, tell the world! Tell Corinthians 4:17
how he freed you from oppression…
“He put your feet on a wonderful road that took “For although they knew God, they neither
you straight to a good place to live. So thank GOD glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but
for his marvelous love, for his miracle mercy to the their thinking became futile and their foolish
children he loves.” hearts were darkened.” Romans 1:21