TAKE UP YOUR CROSS !!

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There are a number of scriptures that that do much more than hint at
the fact if you are indeed following Jesus it will cost you something.
Luke. 6:22. "Blessed are you when men hate you, when they exclude you
and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man.

2 Timothy. 3:12. "Everyone who wants to live a Godly life in Christ Jesus
will be persecuted".
Philippians. 1:29. For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only
to believe on Him, but also to suffer for Him".

Am I really carrying a cross if there is no suffering and sacrifice ??
When is the last time that following Jesus cost you something ??
When was the last time that following Jesus cost you a relationship ? vacation ? promotion ?

Can you really say that you are indeed carrying your cross if it has never cost you anything ?
If there is no sacrifice involved or if your not the least bit uncomfortable, 
then there is a good chance that you aren't carrying a cross at all.