The Purpose of a House: Outpost vs Retreat Center

Instead of viewing a house as a private retreat from the world, it is better to see it as an outpost of the kingdom of God. Homes are meant to be hubs of community and hospitality, as described in the Bible. The biblical example of hospitality is seen in Abraham's spontaneous meal for three strangers. When families embrace the biblical vision of their homes as outposts, they become spaces for proclaiming the kingdom, facilitating community, providing hospitality, and supporting the gathering of the church.