The cost of discipleship

In the beginning of his ministry, Jesus gave the basic conditions for anyone who wants to be his disciple. He should deny himself, take up his cross, and follow in his footsteps.

Following Christ implies accepting the cost to pay for it. It is a cost with no guarantees in this world except Jesus himself. One must be aware that they accept to lose everything in making such a decision. All we need is to have enough trust in Jesus as the one knows the way, who is the truth, and the life.

This may include giving up the comforts of this world and being prepared to do things that are difficult or even go against things that seem naturally obvious for our life in society.

Jesus makes it clear to us that following him is the greatest value that nothing else should obstract. Mere families' obligations should not be an excuse that stands against our project of following Christ. For this reason

"It's better to leave the dead to bury their own dead."

Happy New Month of July!

Precious of Jesus Christ, save us and the whole world!

Fr. Georges sac