Counting the Cost

What does it really cost to follow Jesus?In this message, we're confronting one of the most challenging passages in Scripture: Luke 14:25-33. When crowds flocked to Jesus, He didn't capitalize on His popularity. Instead, He turned and said something shocking: "Count the cost before you follow Me."Jesus never used bait-and-switch tactics. He was brutally honest about what discipleship requires: radical priority (putting Him above even family), bearing your cross daily, and surrendering everything. He's not interested in crowds who want benefits without commitment. He wants disciples who know what they're signing up for.Here's the beautiful truth: when you count the cost and decide Jesus is worth it, you discover that what you gain far exceeds what you lose. Yes, discipleship costs everything - but Jesus Himself is worth everything.Are you all in, or are you just part of the crowd?