When we have thankfulness in our lives, we open ourselves to many more blessings!
We will look at our Gospel Portion and see that thankfulness is essential for receiving blessings. Our Portion today is St. Luke 17:11-19, and we will meditate on
“And he fell on his face at Jesus’ feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan.”
Luke 17:16
Jesus had healed 10 lepers, but only one returned to give thanks to God. Could this be our story?
We may have been one of the nine. Once we have been healed, we go on our way and enjoy life again, but in doing so, we will miss the opportunity of receiving more blessings from the Healer.
Or we have been the one who returns to give thanks to the Healer and receives the blessing of a relationship with the healer and experiences more healing.
The difference is living a life of gratitude. In this life, we experience a relationship with the Healer that draws us back for healing.
For example, two years ago, I was crippled from arthritis and sciatica. I am grateful that I am no longer crippled. My process meant turning all of my suffering over to my Healer, Jesus. I did not give up, and Jesus did not give up on me; hence, I have a testimony that I can share now!
Be the Samaritan who returns a ” thank you ” to the Healer throughout the day!
It makes a positive difference in my life, and I am confident that it will have a similarly positive impact on all lives.
Pax. The Hermit of Peace.
Hermitage of Peace 