Romans 15:7 NKJV — Therefore receive one another, just as Christ also received us, to the glory of God.

To have friends, you need to be friendly. Who wants to be around a person who acts and looks like they have just eaten a lemon?

In order to receive someone like Christ, they must want to come to you. When new people walk into your life, just like they walk into your church, they need to be welcomed!

Remember, first He welcomed us, then He commanded us to make disciples. Make sure the environment is right for new growth.