Attitudes of Gratitude – Luke 17:11-19

Attitudes of Gratitude – Luke 17:11-19
Sunday, November 21, 2021

Pastor Mike Bailey

Introduction

Our lives are filled with different roads and destinations, often shaped by the decisions we make, the people we interact with, the work we do, and the people we follow. The attitudes we have will affect where we go, and the way we travel through life. Do we have attitudes of mistrust, hatred, anger, animosity, and blame? Or do we have an attitude of gratitude that others can see, learn from, and be encouraged by? Gratitude can be contagious -leading people around you into a firm hope. What is your attitude? Is it a positive testimony to those around you, or a negative one?  

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1. Jesus was walking towards a . (17:11a)

I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us. Philippians 3:14

a. He knew He was going.

“For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost.”  Luke 19:10

b. But He did not know he would get there.

Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. Philippians 2:7a

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2. Jesus put himself in the . (17:11b)

But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. Romans 5:8

For I have come down from heaven to do the will of God who sent me, not to do my own will. John 6:38

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3. Jesus was waiting in the . (17:12)

²⁰ When Martha got word that Jesus was coming, she went to meet him. But Mary stayed in the house… ²⁹ So Mary immediately went to him. ³⁰ Jesus had stayed outside the village, at the place where Martha met him. John 11:20; 29-30

a. He us where we are.

b. We need to to go and meet him.

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4. All the men out to Jesus. (17:13)

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8:28

a. Unbelievers cry out during the circumstances.

If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. Psalm 66:18

And even when you ask, you don’t get it because your motives are all wrong—you want only what will give you pleasure. James 4:3

We know that God doesn’t listen to sinners, but he is ready to hear those who worship him and do his will. John 9:31

b. Believers cry out during circumstances.

¹⁶ Always be joyful. ¹⁷ Never stop praying. ¹⁸ Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.  Colossians 4:2

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5. Jesus to all the men. (17:14)

“Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.”  Revelation 3:20

a. He gave them a .

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. 2 Timothy 3:16

b. He gave them a .

“…For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and the unjust alike.” Matthew 5:45b

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6. But only man responded to Jesus. (17:15-19)

a. He who healed him.

b. He did not care what the others .

c. He was saved by his .

And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:6

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Closing: Have you called out to Jesus? What is your attitude towards Him today?

It’s your sins that have cut you off from God. Isaiah 59:2a

For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Romans 3:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23

If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9