My work in the church has given me a new appreciation for the story of Jesus' healing the ten lepers (Luke 17:11-19). As you remember, only one of the ten bothered to thank him. This passage often becomes the basis for sermons and lessons on the importance of gratitude. That's a true interpretation, of course, but it's not necessarily the whole story.
Those of us who are active in church ministry can ... | Topics: | Benevolence, Budget, Finances, Giving, Poor, Sacrifice, Service, Stewardship, Thankfulness |
| Filters: | Business administrator, Church board, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor |
| Purpose: | Discipleship |
| References: | Matthew 10:8 , Matthew 10:16, Matthew 18, Luke 17:11-19 |
| Date Added: | July 12, 2007 |
Listen, my dear brothers: Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised those who love him? But you have insulted the poor. Is it not the rich who are exploiting you? Are they not the ones who are dragging you into court? Are they not the ones who are slandering the noble name of him to whom you belong?
If you really keep the ... | Topics: | Community, Compassion, Fellowship, Intercession, Poor, Social justice |
| Filters: | Children's ministry, Deacon, Elder, Homelessness, Outreach, Pastor, Social justice |
| Purpose: | Fellowship |
| References: | James 2:5-10, James 2:12-13 |
| Date Added: | July 30, 2007 |
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