Introduction
Thankfulness and worship go hand in hand, transforming our hearts and lives when we pause to reflect on God’s goodness. This message explores how gratitude flows naturally from understanding who we are apart from Jesus and the abundant life He offers.

Key Points:

• Gratitude Begins with Awareness:

  • Recognize your state apart from Jesus—spiritual death, separation from God, and enslavement to sin.

  • Understand the abundant life Jesus brings: freedom from guilt, purpose, and a relationship with God.

• The Story of the Ten Lepers (Luke 17:11-19):

  • Ten men with leprosy called out to Jesus for healing, and He restored them physically and socially.

  • Only one returned to thank Jesus, showing that true gratitude stems from a heart posture of humility and worship.

• Why Thankfulness Matters:

  • Thankfulness transforms grumpiness into joy and allows others to experience Jesus through us.

  • Pausing to reflect on what Jesus has done ignites worship and deepens our relationship with Him.

• Practical Steps to Cultivate Thankfulness:

  • Pause daily to reflect on God’s work in your life.

  • Worship regularly—through music, prayer, or scripture.

  • Express gratitude tangibly by writing thank-you notes to others as an act of love and reflection.

Reflection Questions:

• Am I acting like the one leper who returned to thank Jesus, or the nine who did not?

• How can I integrate thankfulness into my daily life beyond the Thanksgiving season?

Call to Action:
This week, take time to pause, reflect, and write a thank-you note to someone who has impacted your life. Let your gratitude inspire action and worship as you walk in thankfulness every day.

Conclusion:
True thankfulness is more than words; it’s an attitude of the heart awakened by recognizing what Jesus has done. Let this season be a reminder to live a life of worship and gratitude.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Pacific Point Church!