Daily Devotional – ‘In His Footstep’
By Kingdom Support Initiatives (KSi)
May 13th 2022

Count the Cost

Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if has enough money to complete it? Luke 14:28

Bible Reading: Luke 14:25-34

Beyond any contestation, we are at the very end of agebecause God’s word is being fulfilled daily about the happenings of the end time. Nations are rising against nations; there are pestilences, disasters, and unending wars. As these events take place, there is heavy persecutions of Christians. The ancient landmarks that point us to God are being removed. As Christians, there isthe need to deny ourselves in pursue God.

Further, except we count the cost before any situation arises, we might disown Him when terrible situation arises. Jesus Christ speaking about the importance of counting the cost of discipleship and followership, He presented a scenario of a house builder who obviously need to budget and know what the house will cost. I remember when my family built our house, we had series of conversations on the cost. We had to sacrifice as a family in order to buildour house.

Dear beloved, when we count the cost of being pilgrims on a journey, we will be prepared for whatever is ahead. Will identifying with Jesus cost us our lives, loved ones, jobs, money, and relationships among others? The three Hebrew men openly declared that even if they will die, they were ready for the King of glory. How about you?

Self-Reflection: But Jesus told him, “Anyone who puts a hand to the plow and then looks back is not fit for the Kingdom of God.” Luke 9:62

Action Point: What will following Jesus cost you?

Daily Confession: Lord Jesus, I receive the grace to duly follow You no matter the cost. So help me God.

Hymn: Follow, follow. I will follow Jesus

​Anywhere, everywhere, I will follow Him