A devotional reflection on Lydia’s conversion and hospitality.
Lesser-Known Bible Characters
God opens hearts to receive His Word. Lydia was a successful merchant, yet her greatest treasure became the gospel. God opened her heart to Paul’s message, and she responded with faith, baptism, and generous hospitality. Her story shows that God works in quiet, powerful ways to draw people to Himself.
Whose heart the Lord opened. (Acts 16:14)
She attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. (Acts 16:14)
She constrained us. (Acts 16:15)
Christian Application
This devotional encourages believers that God is still opening hearts today. Our role is to speak faithfully and welcome others with grace. Open your heart to God’s Word today. Look for ways to show hospitality and generosity.
Sample Prayer
Lord, open my heart to Your truth. Make me generous and willing to serve others. Amen.
Hymns for Lesser-Known Bible Characters
This devotional pairs well with the hymns Take My Life and Let It Be by Frances Havergal, I Love to Tell the Story by Katherine Hankey, and Blest Be the Tie That Binds by John Fawcett.