John 12:25 NKJV — “He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

It is not always easy living for Christ in this world. We are often placed in positions to be ridiculed and judged following Jesus. Sometimes it costs us friends, jobs and even close relatives.

Following Him takes faith. We know that this world is not for us. This is not our home. Jesus has gone to prepare our home for us. We are aliens to this world. Stand firm in His word.