In this message from Luke 17:1–19, we walk step by step with Jesus and discover what genuine discipleship looks like in everyday life. As we return to the Gospels following Advent, Jesus invites us to examine faith that walks, forgiveness that releases, service that humbles, and gratitude that returns.

Jesus teaches us that:

• Offenses will come, but we must guard our influence so we never become a stumbling block to another’s faith.

• Forgiveness is not optional, even when it’s costly—because grace frees us from bitterness.

• Faith isn’t about quantity, but about who our faith rests in—even mustard-seed faith can uproot deep roots of resentment.

• Serving God is not about entitlement, but joyful obedience flowing from already being accepted in Christ.

The chapter culminates in the powerful story of the ten lepers—ten healed, but only one who returned in gratitude. While many received physical healing, only one experienced something greater: salvation. Gratitude turned healing into relationship.

This message reminds us that:

• Obedience often comes before the miracle

• Grace is received, not earned

• True worship flows from gratitude, not convenience

• Faith that saves is faith that returns to Jesus

As we journey toward Easter, this teaching calls us to live as forgiven people—quick to forgive, willing to obey, eager to serve, and always returning in gratitude to the feet of Jesus.

“Your faith has saved you.”

Sermon Date: January 4, 2026