DENNIS
Good Morning. Have you ever done something on the spur of the moment? I have. In my younger days I was so spontaneous. I would just take off somewhere for the weekend. Often, I would end up spending money that I should not have spent, because I did not consider the cost.
This is how it can be on our spiritual journey with Jesus. We jump all in when we hear the message, but we soon give up when things get tough. Jesus tells His disciples that they must count the cost of following Him. In Luke Chapter 15, we find one of the toughest teachings from our Savior. Jesus says that His disciples must give up everything if they desire to follow Him.
Your Lord does not want you to make a hasty decision about following Him. He wants your decision to be heartfelt, deeply pondered, and considered. Christian discipleship is not for the faint of heart. At times, it will take determination and even a little elbow grease. As a matter of fact, the Apostle Paul referenced discipleship as being like an athlete; a runner, a boxer, a wrestler, etc… Count the Cost and Go All In. You won’t regret it. This is Dennis Gossett with Central United Methodist Church.
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