How
blessed is God! And what a blessing he is! Long, long ago he
decided to adopt us into his family through Jesus Christ.
(Ephesians 1: 3-6)
Christ
brought us together through his death on the cross. He treated us as
equals, and so made us equals. You’re no longer wandering exiles.
This kingdom of faith is now your home country. You’re no longer
strangers or outsiders. You belong here. (Ephesians 2:16-22)
Hospitality
Christian
hospitality can be quite an experience whether you are the insider or
the outsider. For several years we have spent Easter with strangers
at a small Church on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. As travelers
we found ourselves invited to share the familiar Easter message with
our Christian family.
As
the people gathered by the beach for the sun rise service, we became
part of the beautiful environmental surroundings. Just as the sun
peeked out from the distant horizon and glistened across the ocean,
we could feel the presence of God. The welcoming strangers made us
feel accepted and comfortable through warm honest interaction. As we
left the service we realized that we are all children of God through
Jesus Christ.
God
has adopted us all through the suffering of Jesus Christ. So where
ever we travel we will not find isolation but a home where we’re
not strangers or outsiders. We’ll know we belong there.
What
a wonderful gift God has given us to celebrate!
Dear
Father in heaven: We are grateful for your amazing home and family
that you have established in this world. Where ever we travel we
will find a Christian family through Jesus Christ. Amen.
Carol
and Bob Morrill
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