Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Foodie
In 1982, a new word entered Webster’s Dictionary. The word is “foodie” or “foody” - “a person having an enthusiastic interest in preparation and consumption of good food.”
My wife is a “foodie.” She has an expansive cookbook and recipe collection. A few years ago, I custom built an in-the-wall 4-drawer cabinet so she could organize her hundreds (probably thousands) of recipes that she has lovingly written out on 4 by 6 index cards. I would describe her as more than the definition would allow as “enthusiastic.”
But I benefit from her love of cooking as well. Last weekend, we had 30 people at our home for a reception. Our kitchen table brimmed with food and we enjoyed great fellowship with several of our friends. On days like that, I am thankful for her “foodie” bent. I felt the evening served as a great encouragement as we confirmed our love for one another.
What do you love to do? Do you have a talent or gift that you can share with others? The Scriptures talk about hospitality in Romans 12:13, I Timothy 3:2 and 5:10, Titus 1:8, 1 Peter 4:9, and 3 John 8. I encourage you to read these passages, then open your home to others and be a part of a ministry of encouragement.
And if you need a recipe, call my wife.
Rick
My wife is a “foodie.” She has an expansive cookbook and recipe collection. A few years ago, I custom built an in-the-wall 4-drawer cabinet so she could organize her hundreds (probably thousands) of recipes that she has lovingly written out on 4 by 6 index cards. I would describe her as more than the definition would allow as “enthusiastic.”
But I benefit from her love of cooking as well. Last weekend, we had 30 people at our home for a reception. Our kitchen table brimmed with food and we enjoyed great fellowship with several of our friends. On days like that, I am thankful for her “foodie” bent. I felt the evening served as a great encouragement as we confirmed our love for one another.
What do you love to do? Do you have a talent or gift that you can share with others? The Scriptures talk about hospitality in Romans 12:13, I Timothy 3:2 and 5:10, Titus 1:8, 1 Peter 4:9, and 3 John 8. I encourage you to read these passages, then open your home to others and be a part of a ministry of encouragement.
And if you need a recipe, call my wife.
Rick
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