Why does Jesus say we must ‘hate’
our families and even ourselves?
The expression ‘to hate’ often meant to ‘prefer less’.
- Jesus used strong language to make clear that nothing should take precedence or first place in our lives over God.
- Jesus knew that the way of the cross was the Father’s way to glory and victory over sin and death.
- He counted the cost and said ‘yes’ to his Father’s will.
