OPEN

These are 3 things we do that give us joy as we seek to share our faith with others.

First, Open your hands. Serve others. With no underlying motive. It brings joy no matter what. Just the act of giving of yourself is the reward.

Second, Open your heart. Get involved. An Open Heart is welcoming, not judgemental, not arrogant, but loving, humble, appreciative of the talents and inherent value of everyone around you. It means to bear one another's burdens and their joys.

Third, Open up the front door and invite people inside. When was the last time you invited someone you don't know into your home? It can be your kids' friends, husband's co-workers, your neighbor down the street. Opening our home--whether the beds are made or the dishes are done--does not matter, it's how others feel once their inside. I have found most people are genuinely good-natured and appreciate friendship.

And that's how I share what I know about the Gospel. It comes as a natural consequence of my friendships...as easy as sharing a good recipe or a great movie. Once you open your heart the possibilities can be eternal.