Master Teacher Core Study: True Gratitude
(15–20 minutes, easy setup)
Learners will study Luke 17:11-19 to discover how the lepers responded when Jesus healed them.
Print one copy of the Master Teacher Outline for your use. Provide a copy of the Learner Worksheet and a pen for each learner.
Pass out pens and copies of the Learner Worksheet. Use the Master Teacher Outline to teach Luke 17:11-19. Then lead learners to discuss the following questions:
- Would you say that thankfulness and gratitude are watered down concepts in our culture? Why or why not?
- What do you think are the root causes of a lack of gratitude in someone’s life?
- How does a spirit of gratitude—towards God and towards others—affect other areas of your life?
- How does recognizing our own sinfulness and helplessness apart from God lead to gratitude?
- What are some ways that we can express our thankfulness to God and to others?