As we prepare this morning to leave our summer excursion, we would like to thank all our dear friends who have showered us with such wonderful hospitality along our route. It has been a summer to remember, that's for sure and we just don't have adequate words to express our gratitude.
Today, we head toward Branson, expecting to arrive Friday, so we would sure appreciate your prayers for us as we travel and as we begin a month and a half of meetings, trainings, workshops, etc.
My devotional from Inspired Faith just said it all for me this morning:
Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. Hebrews 13:2
When was the last time you visited someone and felt truly welcome and comfortable? What made you feel that way? In all likelihood, it wasn't just fancy sheets or top-shelf meals. It was the effort your friend put into making you feel at home.
Throughout Scripture, an act of hospitality becomes the scene for a holy moment. Abraham serves a meal for three strangers - who turn out to be God, delivering His prophecy about Abraham and Sarah's future (Genesis 18:1–15). The widow at Zarephath makes a cake of bread for Elijah out of the very last of her flour and oil, and miraculously she never runs out of food (1 Kings 17:7–24). Peter's mother serves Jesus and the disciples after He heals her from a fever (Matthew 8:14–15).
In our modern day, hospitality can turn into something no less holy. God blesses us for receiving others into our homes. And when we take the time to demonstrate care for someone else, we realize that we are merely returning the love God gives to us.
Thank You for the people You've given me to love. Be with me as I plan to show them hospitality and bless those who have shown hospitality to us. Amen.
We have received numerous emails and phone calls and as always, on behalf of LaVon and I, thank you for your continued support and interest in our ministry by giving in many ways; by prayer, e-mails, phone calls and your financial gifts. Without any of these we could not continue what God has called us to do, that is, sharing Jesus with the world through the RV ministry.
Have a great day, love you, pass it on.
Don
Don
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