The greatest calling of a servant of Jesus is to serve others. James discovered that following Jesus Christ can lead to hardship, persecution, and even death.

But, the reward is eternal life with Him in heaven.

James the Greater was killed with the sword on order of King Herod Agrippa I of Judea, about 44 A.D.

Every time I make this cross I look deep inside and ask myself this.

“Am I ready to be more like James the Apostle of Jesus?

Am I ready to die for Jesus right now at this moment.”

If the sharp end of a sword was piercing into the back of neck as my family watched.

“Would I deny my savior?”