The purpose of Christianity on earth is to reflect Christ in your life. Since “God is love,” the reflection of the life of Christ is being in love with people. Since Christ is love, wisdom, justice and patience, His reflection in our lives is a reflection of His love, wisdom, justice and patience. The short but wonderful earthly life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer was such a marvelous reflection of the life of Christ. Even the violent death of the famous theologian was symbolically a reflection of Christ's crucifixion. The book in front of you has been translated into different languages. Interestingly, in English its title literally reads: “The Cost of Following Christ.” Bonhoeffer argues that the price of following Christ is infinitely high - it is dedication and surrender of your whole life to Him. He says that this price must be paid not on major holidays, but daily, hourly, every minute - throughout your life.