To Follow or Not to Follow?

Nothing beats that glorious feeling of being saved and finally finding somewhere you really belong! A joy beyond compare!

But then again, reality bites! I am in this cruel world that professes faith in God yet glaringly living the contrary.

Instantaneous grim reactions then hurled like it never ends.  Disapproval and rejection of devotee grandparents; Parents disavowing my "New York schooling" agreement, and eventually, totally losing the provisions for college (aka: shattered dreams); Humiliations from a high school religion teacher; Friends vamoosing; and all that.

But my sweet Jesus consolingly said,

"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. – (John 15:18)”

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you,

as though something strange were happening to you. – (1 Peter 4:12)”

Which?

Oh! What a comfort and raise to the spirit! =D

Then the pater ardently uttered,

“I will give you all you want and finance your diversions,
just turn your back on that different religion.
That’s my only wish before I die.”

Now to the latter, to follow or not to follow?!