The Least You Can Do

And whoever gives to one of these little ones...even a cup of cold water because he is My disciple, surely I declare to you, he shall not lose his reward.

Matthew 10:42 AMP

Anyone who has experienced Southern hospitality knows what it is to receive a warm, sweet welcome with a generous helping of good food! The Israelites said much in praise of hospitality and believed that to offer food, drink, and lodging to someone would bring a blessing upon their own home, as is the case with the house of Obed-Edom, where David lodged the ark for a time (II Samuel 6:11). For his hospitality, the Lord blessed Obed-Edom’s household and everything he had, including his family, land, and livestock. He prospered in every way a person can prosper.

To help others in time of need can also bring the blessings of success, protection, and happiness to the one who blesses. Jesus said that to offer a disciple of Christ even a cup of cold water, which even the poorest among us can afford to give, would also be rewarded.

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