Why not? How much of our faith, regardless of what faith it is that you belong to, involves the breaking of bread with our fellow humans? It is a commonality across cultures. Often, it is coupled with music, be it song or instrumental. But there is strength in the bonds created through fellowship, food and song. Ok, for shorthand, think of any traditional wedding in any culture you've ever seen. What's present? Faith, food and song.
We don't have to approach these moments with the fire of evangelism, going out to the fold with the express purpose of bringing another lamb into the body of Christ. Sometimes a simple seed of goodwill sown by the invitation to the table, and the hospitality given while hosting guests will be enough to spark the curiosity. We can not conquer or convert through fear, for if the fear ever disappates you lose the disciple. Overlording your guest shows lack of respect. And if no respect is received, none will be given in return. But if the new face witnesses the act of endless goodwill, selfless acts of kindness without the imposed burden of payback, then that new child will yearn to experience that feeling more and more.
Ok, so what about the visual? What is the metaphor? These are dim sum wrapped with bamboo leaves. There were atop a counter at an asian (not sure of the true nationality of the shop, but it's in the outdoor area across from the produce/flower stalls in Pike Place Market - Seattle) and by far one of the most visually stunning items in the store. But by being drawn to the counter by these beauties, I then wanted to see what the rest of the shelves and displays had to offer. And man! the smells coming out of this shop were intoxicating! So don't you think they worked?
Where is your banquet? And who's coming over to see what you have to offer?
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