Bible Discussion Thread

I am sure the cost of being a follower of Jesus should be reckoned with on a different scale than relations to life and on account for something higher than any of the people mentioned in verse 26. The truth is hate in Greek means "to differ to or disregard" and the English meaning puts exaggeration on how you should accept the invitation of discipleship rather than focusing on "how could Jesus expect that of anyone". I am encouraged by this verse because it challenges me both spiritually of what I am willing to give up to become a better soldier for Christ and in the natural life, it is still the battle of denying myself in order to follow Christ in the 21st century and all its challenges.