September 11, 2022 (Pastor Caleb Kurbis - Luke 14:25-35 - "Spiritual Presurgical Assessment"

Jesus’ sharp words expose our desire to pursue comfort and avoid pain at all costs. He tells us that all those who follow him ought to count the inevitable cost we will incur. When we do so, however, we realize that whatever we might have to give up or put up with for Jesus will pale in comparison for what we gain through life with him. Counting the cost is especially pertinent on “GROW Sunday” when we consider all that needs to be set aside as we pursue the eternal strength and everlasting peace of God in his Word.