identifying with the oppressed

Hebrews 13:1-3

The key word in this section is love. The author gives a command to love one another as brothers and sisters and then gives two examples of how to love: show hospitality and identify with the oppressed. In the context, I believe that the author is speaking specifically about showing hospitality to other disciples and to fellow believers who are persecuted for their faith. I draw this conclusion based on the family language in the first verse: showing hospitality and identifying with the oppressed are examples of loving our brothers and sisters.
If my brother or sister was unjustly imprisoned or suffering persecution, I would move heaven and earth to bring justice to that situation. I would write letters, visit politicians, publicize the injustice, try to rally support, organize prayer meetings, pray continuously until the situation was changed. Even if my brother or sister was justly imprisoned, I would likely visit them regularly and support them as best as I could.
If my brother or sister needed a place to stay, I would inconvenience myself in order to make sure they somewhere. If they needed a ride or to borrow my car, I would try to work something out for them.
The author is pointing out that my fellow disciples are my brothers and sisters. I do not love them as I should. I do not go out of my way to welcome strangers. I do not go out of my way to make sure people have rides to church. I do not go out of my way to protest their unjust treatment at the hands of governments and mobs. My actions make it clear: I do not really care! Just this past Sunday I've been reminded of the plight of the oppressed and the high priority that Jesus places on justice. If I am to represent my King well, I must find a way to practice hospitality and stand up for the oppressed.