Red-faced Hotel Keeper


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Can you imagine how embarrassed the innkeeper in Bethlehem was when he learned that he had turned down a new-born King and his parents? If he had only known who Jesus was, I'm sure he would have found a suitable room for him and had gotten out expensive coverlets, the softest bed, and a banquet for his parents.

That's the problem with many of us too. When we see a grimy homeless person, we often pass him or her by because we don't recognize that this is Jesus in disguise. When we serve a customer, we might take note of whether he or she might give a large tip and gear our service to that observation. When we see a person in prison, we might disdain him or her, not seeing Jesus in the cell.

In our glamor-conscious world today, it is hard to keep this in mind. Appearance is everything and if someone is not properly dressed, we immediately conclude they are unimportant. And if they come on a donkey or a jackass, so much the more so!

To be sure we have the right attitude, we need to see everyone as Christ  and we will never be chagrined. If we treat them with graciousness and hospitality, we will never be red-faced. We will give him the best place in the hotel in case he is royalty. You can be sure the innkeeper found some luxorious accommodations for the three kings from the East!

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