Forget the cup of cool water…make it a cup of hot coffee
 
Matthew 25 records Jesus’ Holy Week words about our care for the least of those who are his brothers and sisters.  In offering care and concern for others, Jesus tells us that it is as if we offered care and concern to him.  It’s a powerful statement.
 
A cup of cool water offered to the stranger is a token of love that extends across cultural and religious lines.  Christians have no corner on the hospitality market, but kindness done quietly and consistently in Jesus’ name may be one of our most significant ministries in a world that is increasingly fragmented and among people who are increasingly isolated. Continue Reading »