Good morning,
The gospel is the hospitality of God. God invites us into the house, and wants us to sit down and enjoy a meal. I believe that God will welcome us at all times to the banquet that is always being prepared and served.
We got a glimpse of this when we went to the Creperie restaurant in Elora. On Tuesdays it is Acoustic night. Many women and men arrive to sing for three or four hours. Some have music while others play without notes. Many of the musicians also sing. They all come to enjoy the music and each other. It is great hospitality to each other.
The host of the evening is the owner of the place. He is engaging and very welcoming. He has offered us a different juice to try… and has also given us truffles at the end of the evening. We can stay the whole evening, although we play no instrument. We are welcome to just be there… just like God offers a place at the banquet table. Just come and enjoy the presence of God.
Shalom and strength for life and faith.
Fred