What would YOU be willing to do for them? Who are these people? What would YOU be willing to do for them?

For the Love of a Stranger -- the importance of hospitality

Loving Strangers is a Basic Principle of the Gospel Jesus died for strangers (Ephesians 2:11-13; Colossians 1:21-22) Preaching to strangers and foreigners was Paul’s mission (Romans 15:15-20)

Love Obligates us to be Hospitable to Strangers & Brethren This was true among the Israelites (Deuteronomy 10:17-19; Exodus 22:21; 23:9; Leviticus 25:35) It is to be true among Christians (Hebrews 13:2; Romans 12:13; Luke 14:12-14; 1 Peter 4:9; 1 Timothy 3:2; 5:10; Titus 1:8)

The Practice of Hospitality May Involve… Feeding a fine meal (Genesis 18:2-8) Taking people in overnight (Job 31:32) Providing protection (Genesis 19:1-11) Being willing to share whatever you have (1 Kings 17:10-15)

Why YOU Should be Hospitable To express love (1 John 3:16-18; Romans 12:10-13; 13:8-10) Because of the possibility of entertaining a heavenly guest (Hebrews 13:2; Luke 24:28-29; Matthew 25:34ff) To be a good steward (1 Peter 4:9-11) To promote the gospel (3 John 5-8; Luke 19:2)

If you’re a Christian, they are your family! Who are these people? If you’re a Christian, they are your family!