Grace To Gather

We know that in the midst of the current high inflation in our nation, the idea of practicing hospitality and helping others can seem daunting. Giving to others when you yourself are having a difficult time making ends meet can be scary.  Today, we are going to talk about some simple ways of serving others in your community that wont break your budget.

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If you are a Christ follower and really study Gods word, there is nothing going on in the world today that should surprise you. Prophesies in the books of Isaiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and many others including Revelations all talk about the things that are happening today.  Jesus himself told us what would happen as we got closer to His return.  In this weeks episode we are going to talk about extending hospitality and loving one another in times of trouble.

There is a difference between fancy and well-thought-out when it comes to hospitality. Making a plan and doing just a little extra will make your guests feel appreciated and cared for. Don’t try to be something you’re not, just be yourself.  Do what you enjoy, and do it to the best of your ability.

Hospitality is not a restful activity for the host, and it often requires personal sacrifice. The key is to find rest and fulfillment within the act of serving others. We will discuss this and more on this week's episode of Grace to Gather.

What is in your hand?  When it comes to practicing hospitality, it doesn’t have to be extravagant or perfect.  Just use what you have. Because it’s not about the silverware or candlesticks, it’s about you being you and having a heart to serve others.  None of us are perfect and certainly don't live in a perfect world.  So relax, nobody is looking for perfection.

True community requires us to step out of our comfort zone, for some more than others. Most of us desire normal, routine, comfort, and safety. But stepping out of those areas and into hospitality through serving others can pay huge dividends by drawing us closer to God and to others.

Your first and most important community is your immediate family.  But did you know that most people spend more time with the people they work with than their own family? So, how do we reach those people outside of our immediate circle? We will discuss this and more in this week's episode of Grace to Gather.

This week we are going back to the real meaning of hospitality, and why it is so important. We live in a world that is more connected than at any time in history, through electronics and social media. However, this lack of actual physical contact and communication has left people feeling lonely and isolated. With a deep hunger and need for true community. 

Every one of us has some kind of influence on other people, whether we like it or not. Good or bad. The question is, are we being intentional about the type of influence we are having? This week, we are talking about the importance of mentoring others—especially the younger generations. 

Can’t believe that we are starting our 4th year of the GTG podcast!  We hope you enjoy this season as we get back to the basics of hospitality and duplication through mentoring others.