Discipleship: Counting the True Cost
Explore Jesus' call to count the cost of following Him through Luke 14:25-35 and understand what true discipleship entails.
📖 Introduction
Discipleship is the journey of following Jesus with wholehearted commitment. It is not simply about being His admirer or acknowledging His teachings from a distance. Rather, it’s about responding to His call with a willingness to surrender everything. In Luke 14:25-35, Jesus lays out a challenging message: to be His disciple, we must be ready to carry our cross, place Him above all others, and consider the true cost before making such a commitment.
This passage is often described as sobering. Jesus does not romanticize discipleship; instead, He warns that it requires serious thought and intentional decision-making. True discipleship demands a radical reordering of priorities and an unfailing passion to serve, even when it means sacrifice. The metaphor of counting the cost and the illustrations of a builder calculating expenses or a king planning for battle emphasize that following Christ is a deliberate choice—not to be made lightly or casually.
Throughout this study, we will explore what it means to be a disciple who counts the cost. We will reflect on the personal sacrifices Jesus calls us to embrace and the eternal rewards promised to those who remain faithful. This journey invites you to examine your heart for any areas that hinder your wholehearted devotion and challenges you to walk boldly in faith, empowered by God's grace.
Get ready to deepen your understanding of discipleship, embrace its challenges, and respond to Jesus’ call with renewed courage.