Hospitality is #1 with the Rock

As to living fervent love toward the brethren, the apostle Peter lists hospitality as his first practical, every-day suggestion after his exhortation "Above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.”  Be hospitable to one another without grumbling."  1st Peter 4.8

"Hospitality will lead to "collateral damage".  Food will be spilled on your carpet.  You'll be left with cleaning up.  Your pantry may be decimated.  But remember that God is welcoming you into His home through the blood of His own Son.  The hospitality of God embodied in the table fellowship of Jesus is a celebration and sign of His grace and generosity.  And we're to imitate that generosity."

        - Tim Chester, from his book A Meal with Jesus