So often in Scripture we see marked contrasts in the way people react compared to the manner in which we believe they should act. Part of our advantage is retrospect. We see the story later and are sometimes amazed at people's response. Apparently, so was Jesus.Such was the case when Jesus heals ten men whose bodies were riddled with leprosy. After coming to Jesus for mercy and healing, when the healing occurred sometimes later, only one of those men turned back to come to Jesus to express gratitude and joy at his healing.Perhaps the overwhelming joy and opportunity to reconnect with family and friends overcame the other nine. Whatever the case, it is a sobering reminder to us to remember not just to come to Jesus for grace and mercy and petition, but also to praise, glorify and express our gratitude for what we have and what we have been given.
