Some days I am not even present in times set aside solely for prayer. I am off visiting mistakes, disappointments, and future expectations and responsibilities. I am no friend to myself, let alone to others. It's all locked up. And still, if we expect any salvation, redemption, healing and new life, the first thing we need is an open receptive place where something can happen to us.
Hospitality is such an important attitude.
We cannot change the world by a new plan, project or idea. People yearn for Christian hospitality that frees them from the cacophony of distractions, so they can hear and respond to new voices and new relationships. Prayer Dear God, Give us the faith that, with you, all will be well in the end, so that we might be free to walk the empty spaces and discover the relationships that await us there. May our guests know the beauty of true Christian hospitality. When we get frantic, help us to remember to seek your Kingdom first and then all that is truly needed will be given to us as well.