Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. – 2 Timothy 3:12
Bible Verses About Difficulty Of Being A Christian
Choosing to Follow Christ
As we contemplate the call to follow Christ, we realize that it requires significant choices. Just as Jesus called his disciples to leave everything behind, we too are invited to make sacrifices. Taking this step often leads us to confront challenges and adversities along the way. However, we find strength in our faith and the knowledge that we are never alone in this journey. Our commitment to following Christ often means that we must prioritize Him above everything else in our lives. This decision comes with its difficulties, yet it also brings us profound rewards and a closer relationship with God.
Matthew 16:24
Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” – Matthew 16:24
Luke 14:27
And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. – Luke 14:27
Mark 8:34
Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” – Mark 8:34
Philippians 3:8
What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage