Cost of Following Him Mat 8:18-22
Following Jesus is not always easy or comfortable. Often it means great cost or sacrifice, with now earthly rewards. You may find that following Jesus costs your popularity, friendships, leisure time or treasured habits. But while the cost of following Jesus is high, discipleship is an investment that lasts for eternity and yields incredible rewards.
His direct challenge forces us to ask ourselves about our own priorities in following him. The decision to follow Jesus should not be put off even though other loyalties compete for our attention. Nothing should be placed above total commitment to living to him. Are you following Jesus?
