3 John 5-8

5Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, even though
they are strangers to you. 6They have told the church about your love. You will
do well to send them on their way in a manner worthy of God. 7It was for the
sake of the Name that they went out, receiving no help from the pagans. 8We
ought therefore to show hospitality to such men so that we may work together
for the truth.

Meditation
1. Read the passage carefully as if John is writing specifically to me.
2. What opportunity have I had recently to show someone hospitality? Or in
some way help someone who is trying to do good? How did I respond to
that opportunity? What do I notice about the motives and priorities behind
my action (or non-action)?
3. Think about some gifts I can offer to others (such as cooking, listening ear,
words of encouragement.) Write them down and go through the list with
God. Determine which gifts I am glad to share, and which ones I’m hesitant.
Now think of a specific person who would be helped by my hospitality. Ask
God what he would have me offer to this person. Be open to take this small
step toward hospitality, and see how God may change my heart as I do it.

Personal Note:
I am going on a few visits today to encourage some brothers in Christ.  I pray that may my visit encourage them to rejoice in God.