1 Peter 4:9; Romans 12:9-13; Hebrews 13:1-2; Luke 14:12-14
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Establishing a biblical definition is an important first step toward growing in hospitality. The practice is rooted in developing a high view of all humanity, especially people outside our circles, so that we might practice kindness toward them.
We cannot have a high view of God and a low view of people. Without the proper view of humanity, we will be tempted to practice hostility instead of hospitality.
Hospitality is a sacrificial practice that requires us to put the needs of others before ourselves, even when it costs.
Lesson 1 activity
Score what is normally true, not what you intend. Your answers stay private and are saved only on this device.
Think about what a guest would normally experience at David's Temple during the last 90 days.
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Think about your normal treatment of guests and strangers during the last 30 days.
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How does a high view of every person change the way we notice and welcome guests?
Where are we most tempted to choose the comfort of our circle over the needs of a stranger?
What might hospitality cost us in time, attention, comfort, or convenience?
Personal preparation
Take a moment with each question before class. Your responses stay private and are saved only on this device.
Closing prayer
Lord, help me to view humanity through the lens of the Bible. Help me to understand others as beings created in your image. Give me the humility to relate to those I don't understand. Help me to empathize with those I don't agree with. Teach me how to be kind to all. Amen.
