Read the recommended Bible passages and the thought-provoking blurb below. Send your partner a letter or notecard answering the questions at the end of this post. Don't forget to pray and invite the Lord into your study time.

Bible passages to read and reflect on this week:

2 Kings Chapter 4 (The Key Passage is 2 Kings 4:9-10)

The Shunammite woman saw a need and wanted to meet it. She recognized the Elisha was a holy man of God. She proposed to her husband that rather than just feeding him a meal each time he passed their way, they should provide a room for him in their home. Isn't it kind how she planned the details? She decided that a table, chair, and lampstand in addition to the bed would go into the small room on the roof for Elisha. This simple act of kindness and hospitality was not done for a reward. The woman did not ask for anything in return. But, amazingly, she was granted a son because of her gesture. When you see a need that you are able to meet, meet it! The most basic act of kindness can make all the difference in someone's life. And God sees your good deeds. If not in this life, you will find your reward in heaven. The Lord is pleased when we serve and love one another.

Have you gone out of your way to show hospitality to someone?

Has someone ever been particularly kind to you? How did it make you feel?

Did you have any other thoughts or questions from your study this week? Share your thoughts!