Luke 14:27. And who so ever does not bear his cross, and come after Me, cannot be My disciples. Luke 9:62. And Jesus said unto him, No man having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for kingdom of God. Analyze it. Jesus is the school master. What are the qualifications. What are the sacrifices. How many people are willing to carry their own cross, even if death is neccessary?. In our nation its persecution. Other nations, like iran, a Christian can face death. In America, if Christian decides to carry their own cross, they're circle of friends and family will gradually erode. Its conflict of values and beliefs. Some people won't like true Christian speaking against their traditions. A commitment to God has consequences. The world isn't going to like you. A new convert applys to acts 3:19. Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out. Some churches hinder spirtual growth and forgiveness of sins to God. Priests cannot forgive sins, only Jesus can. Traditions of men will bind people into bondage. James chapter 1, God gives wisdom and knowledge to those who ask. Will a commitment to God cost you. Persecution at job. Or alienated by family or friends. Will you be welcome to churches that teach tradition of men, false doctrine?. Matthew 7:14. Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leads to unto life. and few there that find it. Are many people sincere and diligent. How many more people will make a commitment, sacrifice, to carry their cross daily and follow Jesus.