Counting the Cost of Long-lasting Commitment
Part 59 - Luke 14:25-35 (ESV) - Pastor Tim Kroeker
Luke 14:33:
“So therefore, any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.”
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In this year’s Super Bowl the Kansas City Chiefs will attempt to make history by winning their 3rd straight NFL title. Under head coach Coach Andy Reid and QB Patrick Mahomes the Chiefs have amassed a considerable following. Chiefs kingdom is huge. Of course another reason for their popularity doesn’t have anything to do with exploits on the football field. It’s because TE Travis Kelce is dating the most famous pop star in a generation. It was recently reported that Kansas City Chiefs followership has increased 40% since the Travis and Taylor romance first began; a massive increase in TV viewership, jersey sales, and social media reach. But what happens when the famous couple breaks up? Or when the team is no longer winning? Are these just fair-weather fans?
Jesus compared the kingdom of God to a great banquet. Everyone was invited but only those who turned to him in repentance and faith would be let in. As we continue on in our salvation story we read that large crowds were accompanying Jesus. It seems that many people wished to accept the invitation to the banquet. However, following Jesus isn’t for fair-weather fans. Being a disciple requires complete commitment, a life-long loyalty to Jesus. Therefore it’s important to count the cost.
