Ep.527: Hospitality That Creates Connections with Abby Kuykendall

Are you hosting over the holidays… or avoiding it? Do you ever wonder what actually matters when you open your home—and what absolutely doesn't? If so, this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. This week, Alex and Krista sit down with author and hospitality mentor Abby Kuykendall, whose book Let the Biscuits Burn gives permission to let go of entertaining to embrace the true heart of hospitality. Let's peel back the pressure, perfectionism, and Pinterest-level expectations surrounding hosting—especially during the holidays—and get honest about what true Biblical hospitality really looks like. Takeaways: Hospitality is both a spiritual gift and a discipline. True hospitality focuses on making others feel loved and seen. Entertaining is different from hospitality; it's more self-centered. Setting boundaries is crucial to prevent burnout during hosting. Practical tips can help incorporate hospitality into daily life. Creating a welcoming environment is key to effective hospitality. Hospitality can be transformative for both host and guest. Personal experiences highlight the power of opening one's home. Hospitality doesn't have to be perfect; it's about connection. The conversation encourages embracing hospitality as a rhythm. FIND MORE ABOUT ABBY KUYKENDALL Abby Kuykendall- Website and Instagram Abby Kuykendall's Book- Let the Biscuit Burn A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Revelation 19 1 Peter QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE When have you felt seen, known and loved, what did the other person do to help you feel that way? How can you be disciplined to build hospitality into your rhythms? What is one visual reminder you can create in your home or office that will trigger an invitation of hospitality? How can you get ready to be ready this holiday season? LET'S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we'd love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier