Jesus warned His followers that the world would hate them because they bear His name. This study explores why disciples face hostility, how to respond with grace, and why rejection is actually a mark of belonging to Christ. Discover the hope, courage, and joy that flow from standing with Jesus in a world opposed to His truth.
cost of discipleship
Jesus calls us to count the cost before following Him. True discipleship means surrendering everything—not because God takes, but because He already owns it all.
Jesus calls every believer to carry the cross as a daily act of surrender, faith, and obedience. This devotional explores what it truly means to follow Christ, die to self, and live in the transforming power of His grace.
My name is Michael Adkins. For several decades I’ve been studying Scripture, developing discipleship resources, and teaching others how to walk more closely with Christ. Currently, I serve as the Discipleship Pathway Leader at Riverside International Church in Cascais, Portugal, where my passion is helping believers grow into mature disciples who live out their faith in everyday life.