Donald E. Cook was the Professor of New Testament at Southeastern Seminary. The service begins with a moment of prayer (0:00-1:37). There is a responsive reading (1:38-2:43). Cook speaks of the joy one can find in the attitude of thanksgiving (2:44-4:47). Cook directs the congregation’s attention to a portion of Jesus’ life, focusing on Luke 17:11-19 (4:48-7:42). Cook states that the story emphasizes the meaning of life, the nature of faith, and the proper response to Jesus as the Son of God (7:43-8:20). Mobley explains the miracle of the Samaritan’s experience of physical healing leading to his gratitude for Jesus (8:21-15:34). Mobley explains gratitude as “the participation in grace” (15:35-20:59). Cook closes the service with a word of prayer (21:00-21:42).
