Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple.(Luke 14:27 ESV)
Bearing a cross - though the words are familiar, the picture is not - not in reality. We have seen pictures and movies. But it is not an everyday occurance we see - the kind that makes you pause, gawk or turn away. It means public display of guilt; turning to follow; sacrifice of life. It is no small step or shallow response. It is a till-the-death, no-turning-back change of life. That's what Jesus requires; that's what He deserves, as the one who took our guilt, followed God's plan to the end; and gave His life.
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