EP 90 - How to Follow Jesus by Taking Up Your Cross

In this episode, I share what I've learned about what it really means to take up your cross daily and why I've come to believe that true peace isn't found in avoiding life's challenges, but in following Jesus through them. I talk about how sacrifice, faith, and daily discipleship have changed the way I view hardship, why peace is more than the absence of pain, and how God meets us in our struggles to strengthen us. If you've ever questioned why God allows difficult seasons or wondered how to find peace in the middle of uncertainty, I hope this conversation encourages you to trust Him more deeply and embrace the growth He has for you.00:00 Introduction 00:59 What It Means to Take Up Your Cross Daily02:28 Finding Peace Through Life's Challenges04:24 The Relationship Between Sacrifice and Peace06:23 Why God Allows Trials08:50 Life Is Meant to Be Meaningful, Not Easy10:31 The Effort Required for Peace and Growth12:00 The Widow's Sacrifice and Faith14:25 God's Invitation to Find Peace in Christ