From the Bible, the book of Romans 12:13 says, "Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality."
Who helps you "keep it real"?
Who makes sure you never forget who you are at the core of your being?
Who keeps you from getting too wrapped up in yourself?
Who gives you a reality check when you need one?
For the Christians in Rome, the apostle Paul was that person. In his letter to the Romans, Paul hammered home the truth to the Christians there!
What about you? Is it a church member? A mentor? Maybe a family member? Or even the neighbor next door who always tells you how great God is? Well, many people needs help! Are you willing to go out there into the world to practice hospitality and share the Word of God to the people who are in need? What about in your community?
Yes there's plenty of questions here, but have you ever ask yourself who was that person who always tells you to stay strong in God?
For some of us who now what it's like to be welcomed by another Christian, we should practice it to other people too! I personally know how it feels like, it feels great to know that somebody wants to care for me, that another person treats me like a family! So why not welcome other Christians the same way I was welcomed too?
In other versions, this verse also means:
(a) When God's people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.
(b) Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality.
(c) Supply the needs of the saints. Extend hospitality to strangers.
(d) Share what you have with God's people who are in need. Be hospitable.
(e) Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.
(f) Giving the needs of the saints, ready to take people into your houses.
I hope this gives you a clearer picture of the verse =)
Remember to always look for Christians in need and find ways to meet their needs =)
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