You’re Counting the Wrong Cost - Spiritually Fit Today

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Pastor Ricky Kennedy. In this episode we unpack Luke 9:23 — discipleship isn’t meant to be safe or comfortable; Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow him. Ricky and Arnie talk about measuring success by faithfulness rather than numbers, the posture of surrender and dependence, and practical ways carrying your cross looks in everyday choices. 4 R’s — practical next steps - Read: Luke 9:23 (and read Luke 9 for context). - Reflect: Where am I holding onto control? What does faithfulness look like today in my roles (spouse, parent, friend, worker, pastor)? - Respond (prayer): Lord, help me deny myself, depend on you, and choose faithfulness today. Teach me to carry my cross and follow you. Amen. - Reveal: Demonstrate this truth by praying with someone, asking a neighbor or coworker how you can serve them, or sharing Luke 9:23 and your own step of obedience. Contact: [email protected] Keywords: Spiritually Fit Today, discipleship, Luke 9:23, take up your cross, faithfulness, surrender, following Jesus, Christian podcast, daily devotion, Ricky Kennedy, Arnie Cole Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft