New Testament Hospitality is exampled by the early church in Acts. It is no accident that as the church is born in the book of Acts, hospitality is extended to all peoples, especially to those who are believing, regardless of cultural and religious background. The generosity exhibited as they were together and were “devoted” to […]

New Testament Hospitality is rooted in the mission of Jesus. As Jesus begins his earthly ministry, he steps into the synagogue in Nazareth and reads from Isaiah. The mission statement of Jesus in Luke 4:18-19 ends with “to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” Jipp says that “favor” could be easily translated “welcome” based on […]

Hospitality has been a part of human culture for centuries. “In a number of ancient civilizations, hospitality was viewed as a pillar on which all morality rested.”[1] Wherever there was a path or a trail or a road, there were people journeying. And wherever there were people journeying, there was a need for a good night’s […]