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  • The Gospel Comes with a House Key

  • Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World
  • Written by: Rosaria Butterfield
  • Narrated by: Rosaria Butterfield
  • Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (76 ratings)

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The Gospel Comes with a House Key

Written by: Rosaria Butterfield
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Publisher's Summary

What did God use to draw a radical, committed unbeliever to himself? Did God take her to an evangelistic rally? Or, since she had her doctorate in literature, did he use something in print? No, God used an invitation to dinner in a modest home, from a humble couple who lived out the Gospel daily, simply, and authentically.

With this story of her conversion as a backdrop, Rosaria Butterfield invites us into her home to show us how God can use this same “radical, ordinary hospitality” to bring the Gospel to our lost friends and neighbors. Such hospitality sees our homes as not our own but as God’s tools for the furtherance of his kingdom as we welcome those who look, think, believe, and act differently from us into our everyday, sometimes messy lives - helping them see what true Christian faith really looks like.

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what a life giving, reality checking, hard hearted exposing book. thank you. I will be listening to this again.
and I am responsible to use the truth shown practically in your work as a springboard for my own radically ordinary hospitality.
your faithfulness is my gift. thank you for blessing me with it. and I pray many others will receive because you and Kent are obedient to live and model this way.

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Practices what she preaches!

Inspires one to not make excuses like “ my house isn’t clean enough, I don’t have something home baked for dessert, don’t have enough chairs etc.
Made me realize that often pride and selfishness are behind my excuses.
To practice this kind of hospitality, a believer’s life is transparent for all to see. Daily time with God and his Word would be a must.
Thankful for this inspiring book

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Encouraging & Challenging

Rosaria’s own testimony and biblical instruction weave together to create a challenging, convincing, yet encouraging call to hospitality. She doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff - sin & its consequences in ourselves and others, yet continually points to the way of repentance in Christ.

It’s extra special to have her narrating it herself!

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If more of us lived this out we'd change the world

Butterfield mixes solid biblical insight with incredible personal stories of hospitality. My wife and I were very convicted and inspired listening to this. My love for God and others grew as a result.

My only small criticism is that Butterfield's reading and writing style are very intense, so it feels a bit exhausting to listen to. But the heart and content are so worth it.

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Fantastic read!

Rosaria is a beautiful writer! Her words and stories are both convicting and inspiring! She spells out a lovely picture of Christian fellowship and serving, yet it’s incredibly simple and practical.
As a single Christian, I appreciated her taking the time to point out that hospitality is something that is not just reserved for families.
Thank you, Rosaria!

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an Eye opening story to Christian hospitality

this book was well-written, and well- narrated. very high standards for hospitality.

Some might find it a little too aggressive, but if it wakes us up to at least doing something then Rosario has accomplished what she set out to do

I read for all Christmas

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wonderful, challenging book

this was one of the best books I've read in a while. I love that rosaria narrates it. tons of practical examples, but get ready to be challenged and convicted!

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Grow your heart

A great storyteller, articulate and engaging, and an inspiring message! It's definitely worth your time.

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Fantastic listen!

If you have a remote interest in open door hospitality as method to gospel impact, you’ve gotta listen to Rosaria Butterfield’s book. Splendid, convicting, encouraging! My wife and I both have finished it and we are making changes in a cool direction!

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So good!

Also good!
Surprisingly fun, good, deep, sweet and inspiring!!
It has such a variety of beautiful stories, inspiring ideas and deep theology, that’s it’s like eating a 3-course meal all mixed up but still tasting good. I know that sounds weird but find out yourself. Must-read.
Thank you Rosaria

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