Bible Verse for December 6th.

Don't forget to show hospitality to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it!

Hebrews13:2
NLT Bible

Oftentimes, we are guilty of remaining in our cozy circle of family and friends and we exclude people we don't know. As children on God, we are called to embrace everyone, friends and strangers alike, showing the love of God in tangible and meaningful ways. This means that we need to get out of our comfort zone and be hospitable to everyone. There are people all around us who may appreciate a hot meal, a kind word, some warm clothes, maybe an evening in our homes or some financial help. We just need to give generously of our time and resources to anyone in need, regardless of their ethnicity or social status.

To be hospitable encompasses being caring and kind at all times, without grumbling or complaining. Most of us are familiar with the parable of the Good Samaritan, who saw a man, beaten and left alone at the side of the road and he simply cared for him, without a thought about his background. This should be our frame of mind about being hospitable. It's opening our hearts and hands to anyone in need, because loving God involves loving all people. This verse also tells us that many people have been kind to strangers and have unknowingly entertained angels. What an awesome thought. We should purpose to never let opportunities pass us by to be hospitable.

Thank you Lord for the gift of hospitality. Let me always be kind and caring to friends and strangers alike, without grumbling or complaining and may Your love be evident in everything I say and do. I love you, Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed!
Lydia