[The Glory Unveiled]
For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it [ Luke 14:28 NKJV ]
It is very easy to build castles in our minds. In a matter of moments, we can envision the finished product and convince ourselves that the work is already done. But vision is not the same as completion. Before architects and engineers erect a building, they first produce a blueprint. Drawing the plan may take only a few hours or days, yet constructing the actual structure often requires months or even years of disciplined labour. The blueprint is only the beginning; the real test is in the building. The Lord Jesus used this same principle when teaching about the cost of discipleship. He asked, “Which of you, intending to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?” His point was clear: following Him is not an impulsive decision but a deliberate commitment. Just as every building demands resources, endurance, and perseverance, so does the Christian walk. Many people are captivated by the promise of Christ but are unprepared for the process of following Him. They embrace the vision of the Kingdom without considering the sacrifices, discipline, and endurance that discipleship requires. That is why Jesus said to first sit down and count the cost. Honest assessment before commitment makes all the difference. Are we mentally prepared to obey Him when it is difficult? Are we emotionally prepared to remain faithful when following Him costs us comfort, reputation, or relationships? When the cost has been counted and the commitment has been settled in the heart, the outcome is no longer in doubt. The structure is as good as built—not because the work is finished, but because the resolve to finish has already been established.
Prayer_Bead: Father, thank you for helping me to follow you, having counted the cost. Thank you for the sufficiency of your grace.
Wisdom_Quote: Wisdom counts the cost before making any commitments.
Salvation_Prayer: Dear Jesus, come into my heart and be my Lord and Saviour for the sacrifice you made for me.
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