Christ’s allegiance to his Father produced his uncompromising obedience, even if it meant death on a Roman cross.
Jesus calls us to enter “by the narrow gate. Broad is the way that leads to destruction.” Or to change the metaphor, “Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow me.” The way to God’s kingdom includes our obedience as we follow the example of the Servant of the Lord - (Matthew 7:13, 16:24).