Pastor's corner - Aug. 5, 2010

One who gave thanks

Luke 17:11-19 can teach us a couple of great principles in the Christian faith. It’s the story of the ten lepers that were healed.

The first thing I would like to point out in this passage is all 10 were cleansed. Jesus didn’t make a big deal out of it. In verse 13 it says they lifted up their voices and said, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” Jesus didn’t ask them their political views, if they were worthy, or if they had given to the treasury of the temple lately. He didn’t ask them to confess all of their sins. Jesus saw a need and addressed it.

When Jesus saw them, all...