Today our readings from Jeremiah 20:7-13 and Matthew 10:24-39 speak of challenges and hardship inherent in the life of faith and discipleship.

• What do you find difficult in the life of discipleship?
• Why does the Prince of Peace speak of bringing a sword (Matthew 10:34)?  Why are division and strife necessary aspects of discipleship?
• Where do you find reason for hope in today’s readings?