Morning Prayer 

And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.

Inspiration 

That is your cross to bear.  Have you heard this phrase? This phrase is used flippantly used to describe a hardship that someone must endure. Jesus Christ endured this torture so that we could live eternally. Do as he asks: follow him daily and deny yourself. Live for him, not for you. Do that, and you will be saved.

Prayer 

I long to live a life that is worthy to bear your cross, Lord Jesus. I can never suffer as you did, but I wish to give my life to you and follow you for the rest of my mortal days. Forgive me for my selfish thoughts and actions, and aid me in my quest to rid them from my mind entirely. You have shown me the way, are the truth and the life. Thanks be to God, Amen.