Jesus’ words to two potential followers seem harsh. One says he needs to bury his father, and another just wants to say goodbye to his family. Jesus tells both of these young men—and all of us—that following him does not work that way. Jesus’ call to follow him means we have to dispense with….

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This post appeared here first: Forward Day By Day – June 3, 2019

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