Today’s Bible Verse:
“If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple." - Luke 14:26

At first glance, Luke 14:26 can feel shocking and even confusing. Why would Jesus use such strong language about family and even our own lives? In this passage, Jesus is teaching that following Him requires absolute devotion—a love for Him so great that every other loyalty pales in comparison.

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Today&rsquo;s Bible Verse: &ldquo;If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters&mdash;yes, even their own life&mdash;such a person cannot be my disciple." - Luke 14:26
At first glance, Luke 14:26 can feel shocking and even confusing. Why would Jesus use such strong language about family and even our own lives? In this passage, Jesus is teaching that following Him requires&nbsp;absolute devotion&mdash;a love for Him so great that every other loyalty pales in comparison.
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The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul&rsquo;s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement. Find more from Rev. Norman at&nbsp;<a href="https://revkylenorman.ca/">revkylenorman.ca</a>
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Your Daily Bible Verse is a daily podcast where we dive deeper into Scripture, re-examining your favorite verses and getting to the heart of the message of God’s Word.

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