Cost of Discipleship

The sermon explores the true cost of discipleship, stressing that becoming a follower of Jesus necessitates profound personal sacrifice. These costs frequently involve losing important family ties and connections, an idea illustrated by the Apostle John, who sacrificed his personal relationship with the high priest once he committed to Christ. Furthermore, this commitment requires carrying spiritual "crosses," which manifest as facing rejection and persecution and struggling to obey challenging divine commandments, such as loving your enemies. Although the speaker warns that this difficult journey demands preparation for suffering and potential discouragement, the ultimate promise is a reward of 100-fold compensation and eternal life.