Abraham’s servant demonstrated great wisdom in the test he devised to find a potential wife for Isaac. Giving a stranger a drink of water was one thing; volunteering to draw water for 10 thirsty camels was something else altogether. Hospitality was at the heart of the servant’s test. A woman who was willing to make such an effort to demonstrate hospitality revealed much about her character. And a woman of character was who the servant was after.

As followers of Christ, we have been likewise called to practice hospitality, even if it comes at great cost to us (Romans 12:13; Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9). The reason is because hospitality affirms the Gospel. It is compelled by humility and care for others, which Christ demonstrated perfectly for us.

• How can you practice hospitality for people in your church and neighborhood this week?