Comedian Tim Hawkins hilariously points out how hand sanitizer stations in churches create awkward first impressions.
We all want our churches to feel warm and welcoming. But sometimes we miss the small things that might make newcomers feel uncomfortable or judged. To avoid such mistakes, we should look at our actions from their perspective.
Hawkins noticed something strange at his home church that made him laugh and think. He shared his observation in a hilarious social media clip that got people talking.
“My church, they have these two hand sanitizer stations right by the front door greeters,” Hawkins said. “That is not a good message.”
The comedian then showed exactly what could go wrong in this setup. He acted out a scene where a church greeter meets a new family at the door.
The greeter starts with warm, friendly words about how much the church loves people and welcomes everyone.
But as the conversation goes on, things get awkward. The greeter keeps reaching for more hand sanitizer while talking to the family.
The words sound welcoming, but the constant hand cleaning tells a different story.
This funny bit shows a real problem many churches face. It’s important as a community to keep members safe and healthy. But we must also be careful in how we greet new members into our church. They should feel the love of God in our words and gestures as they walk through the doors.
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