“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” (Revelation 3:20, ESV)
In the diverse and complex environment of 21st-Century mission, the table becomes a powerful, yet simple symbol of God’s hospitality and a place of reconciliation. This session will explore how pioneering leaders can intentionally create spaces where everyone is welcomed and valued, regardless of their ethnic, social, or economic background. By tracing the biblical narrative from Psalm 23 to Jesus' communal meals, culminating in the eschatological feast in Revelation, delegates will be encouraged to consider the table as a central element in their ministry, fostering true equity, unity, and deep community connections within their churches and a place of welcome and rest to their wider world. The table serves as a tangible expression of the Gospel’s truly inclusive message, ensuring there is always room at the table for one more.
