It will mean suffering.

It will mean what following Jesus meant in the first century, and then it meant suffering, loss, hardship, separation from everything un-Christian.

But what does following Jesus mean?
The test of discipleship is the same now as then.

Those of us who volunteer in this church to do as Jesus would do, simply promise to walk in His steps as He gave us commandment." Again he paused, and now the result of his announcement was plainly visible in the stir that went up over the congregation.

He added in a quiet voice that all who volunteered to make the pledge to do as Jesus would do, were asked to remain after the morning service.
Instantly he proceeded with his sermon.