"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me." Galatians 2:20

The cost to follow Jesus is very costly. You lose your life.

You and I were born with an inner nature which is in defiance of God. The journey with God is to transform you into the image of Christ. 

Sanctification is painful; you lose your life and have to endure the stripping away of your ego and pride.

Your dreams and aspirations are crucified by the death of Jesus. The Cross was designed to cause believers to die to self and live for Jesus.

The purpose of sanctification is not for you; it is to prepare you to do the work of God.

Jesus wants your unyielding loyalty and staunch obedience to His voice. And, He will go to great lengths to accomplish this goal.

Walking with Jesus is a process of letting go and accepting the will of God. At times, the will of God makes no sense, seems cruel and is contrary to the ways of the world. 

The teaching of Jesus is very simple. Walk by faith believing in the promises of God.

Unfortunately, you begin to walk by faith and things usually get worse not better. 

Why does this happen? God is at work to refine your inner being. The analogy is the making of wine. The grapes have to be crushed to make a vintage wine. 

Don't give up in times of trouble. God keeps His Word and delivers His people.

There is a powerful and beautiful upside for those who walk with God.

There is no one like Jesus!

Jesus is a rewarder of those that diligently seek Him!