In the book of Luke Chapter 9 verses 23-27  Jesus said to all:  23) “Whoever, wishes to be my follower must deny his very self, take up his cross each day, and follow in my steps. 24) Whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will save it. 25) What profit does he show who gains the whole world and destroys himself in the process? 26) If a man is ashamed of me and my doctrine, the SON OF MAN will be ashamed of him when he comes in his glory and that of his Father and his holy angels. 27)  I assure you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the reign of God.”