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.

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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

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Topics:	Leadership, Recruiting, Service, Spiritual gifts, Volunteer care, Volunteer recruitment, Volunteers
Filters:	Church staff, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor, Service, Volunteer coordinator
Purpose:	Ministry
References:	Matthew 10, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 12:1-7
Date Added:	August 27, 2007