Brotherhood and Shelter: Opening Your Life to Others
Paul’s mission wasn’t just about preaching in public. It was also about creating spaces where new believers could belong and grow.
Jason in Acts 17 did exactly that. Despite being accused of “defying Caesar’s decrees,” he opened his home to Paul and Silas, creating a safe place for a small community of Jesus-followers to form.
That’s brotherhood—and sisterhood—at work.
The early church grew through open homes and open hearts. Today, in countries like China and Iran, house churches remain at the heart of vibrant Christian movements. In the West, we sometimes treat our homes like castles—private, impenetrable, off-limits. But community doesn’t grow in isolation.
Building brotherhood and shelter could be as simple as:
Inviting someone for dinner.
Offering a spare room to someone in need.
Hosting a small group or Bible study.
Katie and I are running a few courses from our home this September—not because we have extra time or energy, but because we want to lead by example.
Fear—of losing comfort, privacy, or control—can stop us from opening our doors. But when we do, we create spaces where God can work, friendships can deepen, and mission can flourish.
This week’s challenge:
Invite someone into your home—not just for hospitality’s sake, but to create a space where faith can grow. It could be one meal, one conversation, one step towards building a community that troubles the world.
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