Not Easy

As Jesus instructed his disciples (and us) for the mission to which he calls us, he reminds us that at times it will require some hard decisions and actions.  Leaving home, friends and familiar routines and places "takes guts", as the saying goes.  Jesus used the sword as an example fitting for his time...Yes, sometimes it will require sword like words to hit home what is right and what is wrong.  In our "all inclusive age", are we forgetting this?  Is everything relative, or are there some absolute objective truths that may not be easy to swallow, but are indeed, the only answer? The cross is part of the package.  If we are not able to say, "It's hard being a disciple of Jesus," it means we are not really one...yet...let's keep trying...And at the same time, act of kindness as in giving a cup of water to the thirsty, is not a difficult thing to do and can carry a powerful message.  May we ponder these challenges and again rely on the grace of God to carry us through.  "I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me." (Phil 4:13)
Bro. Rene