In my most recent post about hospitality, I promised I had one more thing to say:
If hospitality is about fostering relationships, don't be afraid to accept other opportunities for community.
I guess that is a topic all to itself and not really hospitality at all, but it is important. It doesn't have to be in my home with my food on my timetable to be meaningful.
Accept an invitation to another person's home. Go to the park with another family for conversation and play. Accept an invitation to meet up at a restaurant. Go out with friends after church.
Immerse yourself in other people and their lives.
I guess that is a topic all to itself and not really hospitality at all, but it is important. It doesn't have to be in my home with my food on my timetable to be meaningful.
Accept an invitation to another person's home. Go to the park with another family for conversation and play. Accept an invitation to meet up at a restaurant. Go out with friends after church.
Immerse yourself in other people and their lives.
As we sink deep into this holiday season, remember to invest in more than gifts and decorations. Invest in people, too.
Thanks for the reminder, Kristin! I always tell myself that people are so important but I often end up trying to avoid get togethers (unless it's in my home) because I'm shy. No more excuses!!
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