Series: Open House

Hospitality to Strangers

The Gospel of Luke

Hospitality reveals that God is a welcoming God.

Hebrews 13:2

Jesus frequently used a social gathering to evangelize the lost and build disciples. There is generosity in serving a meal, humility in receiving one, and fellowship in eating together.

Luke 5:31-32

Luke 15:1-2

Luke 19: 10

the power of hospitality

· It displays value.

· It breaks down barriers: barriers of perception, proximity and apathy.

· It reveals the unique character of Christians.

Hospitality Warnings

There will be an internal resistance to a hospitable lifestyle.

We will constantly struggle to balance Grace and Truth.

There is a cost to hospitality.

Hospitality Starter Kit

Take an inventory of your network.

Diagram your neighborhood…

Do your prayer work.

Develop an intentional strategy.

· Practice hospitality at church.

· Utilize your home as a missional outpost.

o Connect with people in your network.

o Look for the lonely.

o Minister to internationals/students.

Remember the Gospel.