1. Counting the Costs
Luke 14:25-35

2. Counting the Costs Vs. 26-27: The kind of commitment required.
God is very clear about the dangers of sin.
He is equally clear about the costs of discipleship.
Mark 10:29-31: Many different sacrifices will be required, depending on our situation.

3. Counting the Costs Vs. 28-32: Commitment requires sacrifice
Rom. 12:2: Salvation requires change, change requires sacrifice.
We are not investing a few dollar, but rather our entire lives to the service of God.
Matt. 13:44: The kingdom is worth everything.
Do you recognize the tremendous worth of God’s kingdom?

4. Counting the Costs Vs. 33: The necessity of commitment:
Rom. 6:16, 20: Before salvation we were committed to sin.
We would give up much to practice it.
We would pursue it with great zeal
Rom. 6:18: In order to have salvation, we must become fully committed to righteousness.
Also giving up much and pursuing it with great zeal.
Luke 14:33: Without such commitment we cannot be His disciples.

5. Conclusion We make many sacrifices for the things we love:
Family
Property
Future
Rom. 8:18: The hope of eternal life is greater than anything in this life.
What is that worth to you?