Business Quote by Gloria Furman
““our home is not our refuge; God is our refuge. We nurture life in the face of death and leverage our homes for gospel work. For those whose hope is in the coming kingdom, our homes are less like retreats and more like a network of foxholes for planning and hosting kingdom advances into this present darkness. Our homes are centers of hospitality to show strangers and neighbors the light of Christ. And they are equipping centers for traveling ambassadors to help them on their way to doing the King’s business.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Kingdom Living, 2020
Homes become active places of ministry, not just personal safety, fostering hospitality and mission in daily life.
In simple terms: Homes are for service, not retreat.
Key Takeaway
Turn your home into a mission hub.
Themes
faith
hospitality
mission
community
Mood
purposeful
hopeful
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- church small groups
- hosting travelers
- neighborhood outreach
Key Concepts
Kingdom theology
missional living
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you protect personal rest while serving others?
- What practical steps make your home welcoming?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal rest with constant outreach can lead to burnout.
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