How many Christians really follow Jesus? Let us interview Peter, the Apostle, and see what he would say.

Peter, could you please tell us what it means to follow Jesus Christ? For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps (1 Peter 2:21 ESV).

Oh, wow! So, you are saying if I am following in His steps, I would be suffering for Jesus Christ. Isn’t that a bit harsh? Can you tell us more specifically what Jesus would say this “suffering” entails? “…sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me (Mt.19:21 ESV).”

Are you serious? Tell me Peter, how did you react when you heard those words?

When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?” But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Then Peter said in reply, “See, we have left everything and followed you. What then will we have” (Mt.19:25-27ESV)?

Friend, are you following Jesus? Please consider making 2023 the year that you start becoming like the radical Suffering Servant, Jesus Christ.