Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
Does your home have an “open door” policy? What I mean is, do you regularly invite people over and practice hospitality? In Open-Door Living, Jen Schmidt gives practical tips on how to share the gift of hospitality with those around you.
Hospitality is not something that comes easy for me and I know that I am not alone in this. Schmidt breaks down hospitality into four parts:
- Food
- Cleaning
- Atmosphere
- Connection
Schmidt challenges the reader to think about which of these aspects of hospitality are easier and which are more difficult. For me, I would honestly say it is a combination of all four! This book offers simple recipes, cleaning tips, ways to make your home feel cozy, and conversation starters. As a Christian author, Schmidt emphasizes the reason why we should practice hospitality. The point is not to impress others, but to serve others and point them to Christ.
I really liked this quote from the book:
Our homes–now matter how imperfect–are the most likely location for changing the world around us.
I would recommend Open-Door Living to any person who needs some encouragement regarding how to open their doors so that they may be a blessing to others.