Book description from NetGalley:
Change a generation with something as simple as an invitation.
For many of us, inviting people into our lives and homes feels more like inviting judgment on our entertaining skills and stress on our already maxed-out schedules. But what if you knew that opening your front door had the power to radically change the world? To make an impact and leave a legacy with everyday invitations?
Jen Schmidt has set out to reframe how we think about hospitality and to equip us to walk a road of welcome in our daily lives. Jen knows that every time we choose open-door living—whether in our homes or by taking hospitality on the road just like Jesus—those we invite in get to experience the lived-out Gospel, our kids grow up in a life-lab of generosity, and we trade insecurity for connection.
Just Open the Door is a personal yes-you-can guide to offering the life-changing gift of invitation. Whether you’re a seasoned host looking for renewed inspiration or a nervous newbie not sure where to begin, these personal stories, practical ideas, and poignant insights will give you the confidence you need to see your home as the most likely location for changing the world around you, one open door at a time.”
My Review:
This is an encouraging and inspiring book on hospitality. It’s not just a “how to” book on hospitality, although she does give some excellent, practical tips. It’s more like having a personal conversation with the author about our fears and worries on having others in our home. She has motivated me to rethink some aspects of hospitality and renewed my desire to minister to others in this way. Highly recommend this book.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.