The most literal way to define a follower of Jesus is "Someone who goes where Jesus goes." I'm not sure how you can call yourself a follower of Jesus if you refuse to go where Jesus went. If you're following Jesus "wherever," he will take you towards a sinner that others wouldn't want to be seen with. You will find yourself among the sick that others tried to avoid. If you follow Jesus, expect yourself to be criticized by some of the religious people in your life. If you follow Jesus you might find that your family thinks you're crazy ... his did. You may find yourself being unfairly accused and unjustly treated by those in political office. Ultimately if you follow Jesus "wherever," you won't just end up covered in his dust, you will end up covered in his blood.
Kyle Idleman, "Not a Fan" (p. 185)