The young man said to him, “All of these I have observed. What do I still lack?” Jesus said to him, “If you wish to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” When the young man heard this statement, he went away sad, for he had many possessions. (Mt 19:20-22)

When the cost of discipleship goes up, will we walk away sad or will we let go of all that holds us back and follow Jesus?

The picture today is from a Chinese artist illustrating the story from today's gospel.