The Crossway Podcast Five Myths About Hospitality (Rosaria Butterfield)
Feb 28, 2024
Discover the truth about hospitality as Rosaria Butterfield challenges common misconceptions and emphasizes its inclusive nature. Explore the essence of authentic hospitality in Christianity by welcoming newcomers in the faith community while guarding against false teachers.
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Hospitality's True Nature
- Hospitality is not a gift, but a means to display other spiritual gifts.
- It's rooted in love for God, fellow Christians, and a desire for neighbors' salvation.
Hospitality: Everyone's Responsibility
- Hospitality is a mandate for church elders (men) first, then the whole body.
- It involves hard work, often inconvenient and costly, including table fellowship, Bible teaching, and caring for needs.
Hospitality Transcends Resources
- Even those with limited resources can be hospitable; it relies on all demographics.
- Paul practiced hospitality even while imprisoned.