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Hospitality

Definition: hospitality is the act of generously providing for others, especially strangers, and welcoming them into your home or community. It is seen as a demonstration of love, kindness, and obedience to God. Hospitality is highly valued in Scripture and is considered an important virtue for believers, as it reflects the character of God, who welcomes all into His grace.

Key Scriptures on Hospitality

  1. Romans 12:13 “Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.”
  2. Hebrews 13:2 “Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.”
  3. 1 Peter 4:9 “Use hospitality one to another without grudging.”
  4. 1 Timothy 3:2 “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;”
  5. Titus 1:8 “But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate;”

Prayer Points Based on Scriptures

  1. Prayer for a Generous Heart
    Scripture: Romans 12:13 “Lord, help me to be generous and willing to share with those in need. May I be given to hospitality, reflecting Your love and care to others. Amen.”
  2. Prayer for Awareness and Compassion
    Scripture: Hebrews 13:2 “Father, open my eyes to see the needs of strangers and give me the wisdom to entertain them with love and compassion, knowing that I may be serving Your angels unawares. Amen.”
  3. Prayer for a Willing Spirit
    Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9 “Lord, teach me to show hospitality to others without grudging, but with a willing and joyful heart, knowing that in doing so, I am serving You. Amen.”
  4. Prayer for Leadership and Example
    Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2 “Heavenly Father, I pray for those in leadership positions, that they may be blameless, given to hospitality, and apt to teach. May their example inspire others to show kindness and love. Amen.”
  5. Prayer for a Loving Heart
    Scripture: Titus 1:8 “Lord, fill my heart with love for others, making me a lover of hospitality, and a lover of good. Help me to be sober, just, holy, and temperate in all things. Amen.”