Thanksgiving

Luke 17:15-16
And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him. He was a Samaritan.

Jesus had just healed ten lepers and told them to show themselves to the priests. Only one of them, a Samaritan, returned to thank Jesus. Samaritans were shunned by Israelites. Jesus shows us again…that God has no favorites. Or should I say…God has ALL favorites. God accepts all people as one. All are included. Jesus shows us a God who loves, forgives and cares for all without divisions. He asks us to do the same. And whatever it is about you that you think separates you from God…bring it to Jesus. He rejects no one! Forgiveness and new life are freely given…no strings attached. Let us all give thanks!

Suggested song of the day– “Come to Jesus” on the Live to Love album.
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Remember…God loves you!

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Child of God, Pastoral Minister, Chaplain, Music Minister, Jail Minister, singer-songwriter, author, activist, former radio news anchor, imperfect follower of Jesus inspired by God's unconditional love, proud uncle... what else is there?
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