Jesus was known for who He ate with — tax collectors, outsiders, and skeptics. Meals were opportunities to reveal His identity, because Jesus is the “Friend of Sinners”. This is why the early church was devoted to the table, for “breaking bread” was about opening hearts. Just like Jesus didn’t reserve seats for the religious and the righteous, so our tables can be an extension of His grace. The more we share meals, the more we share life, and wouldn’t life be better if we lived more like Jesus? He shows us that “love covers a multitude of sins”, let’s welcome others as He first welcomed us.