Inconvenient Faith (Part 6)
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
When I was a teenager, my life was marked by insecurity and instability. As an amputee, I struggled deeply with body image and self-worth. By His grace, God brought Copy Law into my life during secondary school. She was a godly woman who modeled Christ-like hospitality and discipleship in a way that left a profound impact on me.
Copy showed me how faith could be lived out. She invited me, a student into her home, cooked meals for me, and spent hours mentoring me one-on-one. She didn’t focus on my insecurities; instead, she saw someone worth investing in, someone worth loving. Through her kindness and intentional discipleship, I learned the beauty of fellowship and hospitality.
As I recommitted my faith, I understand the importance of surrounding myself with godly people. Fellowship though often inconvenient became essential. It requires time, energy, and patience, especially when God brings difficult people into our lives. I know this well because, in previous seasons, I was one of those difficult people. Yet, it is through these relationships that we grow, learning to love as Christ loves us.
For the past ten years, I’ve been the same small group, we called it a house church, where I’ve witnessed the spiritual blessings and abundance that come from committing to our house church. People come and go, but the bonds formed through shared meals, prayer, and life together are invaluable.
When we connect vertically with Christ, we’re called to connect horizontally with others. I encourage you to commit to a small group in your church. Occasional fellowship is meaningful, but regular commitment to others deepen our faith and important to our spiritual growth.
Reflection Question:
Who in your life has modeled godly hospitality? How can you commit to doing the same for others?
Prayer:
Abba Father, thank You for the people You’ve placed in my life. Help me to extend that same love to those around me, even when it’s inconvenient. Teach me to commit to fellowship, to share life with others, and to reflect Your heart in every relationship. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
