OCTOBER 14, 2 Kings 4:8-10

Elisha often visits schools of prophets located at various towns. Whenever he travelled to the small town of Shunem, he would stay with a gracious couple. They so loved this man of God that they added a room to their house for him. They also furnished it with a bed, a table, a stool and a candlestick. He could concentrate on his reading at night and enjoy a good night’s sleep. They took such care to ensure that Elisha felt comfortable in their home.

Apostle Peter exhorts us to “Use hospitality one to another without grudging. As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” (1 Peter 4: 9-10). Peter bids us to show hospitality cheerfully. Look at how fervent the Shunammite couple was, in making Elisha feel at home. Christian hospitality is likened to good stewardship of God’s gifts. Whatever we have received freely, let us freely give especially to fellow members of our church family.

Men are naturally selfish but hospitality is the part of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. You may think that hospitality does not concern you at your age. But sometimes, your parents may open their homes for cottage meetings, Bible study or for missionaries and any visitors. You can always help in tidying up the place and in preparing refreshments or welcoming guests with a smile! You can make the children feel at home.

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Thought: Showing hospitality is sharing what God has given me.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me to freely share what I have received with others. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.