In Asia, life centers on food, sitting down and sharing a
meal with friends and families.  The Chinese always greet
each other asking, "Have you eaten enough?", as if that
is the only thing we should be concerned about in life.
The only problem is that no one really expects the truth
and you are not obliged to tell how hungry you are unless
you're confident that you will be invited.

 In the early church, believers greeted each other with a
kiss and expressed their brotherly love to each other.
Yet, apostles cautioned this practice in fear of this too
becoming ritualized.

"Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but
with actions and in truth."     1 John 3:18 (NIV)

 The Chinese know that their hosts are genuine when the
hosts compel and insist their guests share a meal with
them.  It is not only the food but also the time spent in
getting to know more about you which is precious.

 Too often, we make "Jesus loves you and I love you too!"
into an insincere and hollow verbal expression.
How do I make it real?  Shouldn't I back up my statement
with an offer?

 Perhaps meeting for a lunch together or inviting the
family over for a meal is a good way to start.  During that
time, I can find out more about my friend's spiritual and
other needs.

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