Rhythms to Remember (Part One)

Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. -- 1st Peter 4:9

The older gentlemen welcomed us into his hut (we were doing follow-ups). When we sat down for chai tea he began to tell us stories of the ancient days. He mentioned how in generations past their people (the kalengin) were more hospitable folk (and to my surprise, as I have felt very welcomed by so many here). As we sipped tea he told us of a probable reason -- western influence... 

“We used to eat outside,” he said “so that when neighbours walked by they knew that they were welcomed to join us in the meal [a communal affair]. We would also do this to ensure that if there were any hungry neighbours they would see us and be welcomed at the “table” for some food.  Now we eat inside like they do in the West." 

Sad, eh? I don’t know how I can practically incorporate this hospitable tradition into my own life, but when I was back at in St. Stephen’s at the Turners visiting Kate (quite frequently), they always welcomed me to their table for food, (great cooks btw). I hope to reflect this sense of hospitality in my own life – in Jesus’ name.

Oh Oh this sullied melting pot -- globalization -- that you would cease your incessant boil and brewing in regards to cultural identity mishmash. And that the remnant (traditional) indigenous groups would realize that the west surely doesn’t have it best in most regards.  To evangelism: that the salvation of nations does not mean that everyone becomes like the western folk, especially the Hollywood version of our culture, after all... surely Jesus was Jewish.

This blog continues in part #2...