Pastor Ralph Douglas West - What Are The Odds? 1 Out Of 10 - Luke 17:11-19

Scripture

• Luke 17:11–19

About this sermon

Pastor Ralph Douglas West - What Are The Odds? 1 Out Of 10 - Luke 17:11-19 In this powerful message, Dr. Ralph Douglas West explores the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17:11–19 and reveals a timeless truth about gratitude, faith, and the human heart. Why did only one return to thank Jesus? What are the odds of true thankfulness in a world filled with blessings? Be inspired and challenged by this life-changing sermon that reminds us to never forget the One who made us whole. Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces 24,000+ families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr. West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree. He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University. Dr. West’s preaching style includes careful explanation of Scripture combined with his signature ability to tell detailed, credible and indelible stories from contemporary life that enrich the sermon and relates to the congregation. He also makes penetrating and specific application of the text to his people. He does all of this while maintaining the vibrant preaching tradition of church and culture in an atmosphere of celebration.

Topics

• Leadership