Showing hospitality is a way to reflect God’s love to others. The Bible encourages us to welcome people with open arms and a kind heart. Today, we’ll look at verses that inspire us to practice generosity and kindness in our daily lives.
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Bible Verses About Welcome
Romans 15:7 – We are called to accept one another as Christ has accepted us
“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” – Romans 15:7
Hebrews 13:2 – We should be hospitable, for we never know who we may entertain
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” – Hebrews 13:2
Matthew 25:35 – Welcoming others is a reflection of our love for Christ
“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” – Matthew 25:35
1 Peter 4:9 – We should practice hospitality without grumbling
“Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.” – 1 Peter 4:9
Galatians 6:2 – We ought to bear one another’s burdens
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
Colossians 3:13 – Forgiveness allows for a welcoming spirit
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13
Philippians 2:3 – Humility creates a welcoming atmosphere
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3
Matthew 18:20 – In His name, we are gathered and welcomed
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20
Luke 19:10 – Jesus came to seek and save the lost, welcoming all
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” – Luke 19:10
Romans 12:13 – Practicing generosity as part of welcoming others
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encourage one another to cultivate a welcoming spirit
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Proverbs 19:17 – Welcoming the poor is like welcoming the Lord
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17
John 13:34 – We are called to love one another as Jesus loves us
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” – John 13:34
Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine through your welcoming actions
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
Romans 14:19 – Pursue peace and build up one another
“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” – Romans 14:19
2 Corinthians 5:17 – In welcoming others, we acknowledge new creations in Christ
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Mark 9:37 – Welcoming a child is like welcoming Jesus
“Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.” – Mark 9:37
James 2:1 – We are called not to show favoritism towards others
“My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism.” – James 2:1
Matthew 10:40 – Welcoming those sent by the Lord is crucial
“Anyone who welcomes you welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me.” – Matthew 10:40
Acts 28:2 – The nature of hospitality is shown in actions
“The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all because it was raining and cold.” – Acts 28:2
1 Peter 5:5 – Humble ourselves while fostering a welcoming environment
“In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another.” – 1 Peter 5:5
Revelation 3:20 – Christ stands at the door and knocks, longing to be welcomed
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” – Revelation 3:20
Matthew 7:12 – Treat others as you wish to be treated when welcoming them
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.” – Matthew 7:12
2 John 1:10 – Avoid welcoming false teachings
“If anyone comes to you and does not bring this teaching, do not take them into your house or welcome them.” – 2 John 1:10
Luke 14:12 – When we host, we should invite the marginalized
“Then Jesus said to his host, ‘When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or your relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid.'” – Luke 14:12
Proverbs 27:10 – Friends who show up are truly welcomed
“Do not forsake your friend or a friend of your family, and do not go to your brother’s house when disaster strikes you; better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away.” – Proverbs 27:10
Psalm 23:5 – God prepares a place for us in the presence of others
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.” – Psalm 23:5
Jeremiah 29:7 – Seek the welfare of the place you reside as an opportunity to welcome
“Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.” – Jeremiah 29:7
Isaiah 58:7 – True fasting involves welcoming the needy
“Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter—when you see the naked, to clothe them, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood?” – Isaiah 58:7
1 Chronicles 16:29 – Ascribe glory to God in our welcome
“Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; bring an offering and come before him. Worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness.” – 1 Chronicles 16:29
Romans 12:10 – Be devoted to one another in brotherly love
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” – Romans 12:10
Psalms 51:17 – A broken spirit is welcomed by God
“My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart you, God, will not despise.” – Psalms 51:17