Jesus’s Stories: Understanding the Kingdom | Counting the Cost of Discipleship

Jesus sometimes used parables as tools of discomfort, to put us in a state of unease and self-reflection so we can grow. In Luke 14:27-35, Jesus gives one such parable. It’s about people who have tried to do something but haven’t counted the cost, and are foolish because of it. The question Jesus asks us is, “have we counted the cost of our discipleship, or do we treat it like someone who lives in an unfinished house?” In this sermon, Pastor Joel guides us through these challenging words from our King.