(Luke 14:25-33)

I. The extent of the commitment (14:25-27)

A. Following, but not really following?
B. True discipleship is farsighted, grounded in reason
C. Utmost love for Christ!
D. “His own life also” (Stephen, Acts 7:51-60)
E. The meaning of “bear your cross”

II. Count the cost (14:28-30)

A. The parable of the tower builder
B. What are the demands of discipleship?
C. What happens if you fail to finish?

III. Pay the price (14:31-33)

A. The parable of the king at war
B. The priority MUST be God
C. Nothing is more valuable than your soul (Matt. 16:26)