Podcasts about The Cost of Discipleship

Guest speaker David White continues the "Kingdom Now" series in Matthew 8, showing that wherever God's kingdom arrives, chaos is confronted—but comfort is challenged.He examines two powerful encounters: Jesus calming a violent storm on the Sea of Galilee, where panicked disciples question His care despite His presence, and Jesus casting demons from two violent men into a herd of pigs in Gentile territory. The restored men return to community, but the townspeople—upset by the economic loss—beg Jesus to leave, preferring familiar chaos to costly change.David stresses Jesus' absolute authority over external storms and internal oppression, yet following Him requires denying self and embracing discomfort rather than seeking ease. He contrasts “Couch Jesus” (comfort-focused) with “Coach Jesus” (growth-focused), urging the dangerous prayer: “Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven”—inviting God to confront chaos in marriages, families, finances, and mental health, while trusting Him through the inevitable challenges.Core truth: The kingdom is now—actively confronting chaos and challenging comfort—because Jesus loves us too much to leave us unchanged.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Pastor Christine continues in our series on the Gospel of Luke preaching on Luke 12:49 - 13:9.

In this message, Pastor Karl transitions from the Sermon on the Mount into Matthew 8, emphasizing Jesus' supreme authority over the natural and supernatural realms. He highlights the ongoing reality of spiritual warfare against unseen forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:12), seen in Scripture and in current testimonies from Cuba where Christ's power delivers people from demonic oppression.Through three healings—a leper cleansed by Jesus' compassionate touch, a centurion's servant healed by a word of command, and Peter's mother-in-law restored to serve—Pastor Karl shows grace flowing freely from Jesus' sovereign choice, overcoming contamination, demanding faith, and calling for obedient response.The core truth: grace is free yet never cheap, and following Jesus is costly. Salvation is by grace through faith alone, but discipleship requires prioritizing the kingdom now, not later or with leftovers. Jesus challenges hearers: “You in?”—urging full surrender under His authority for cleansing, healing, and kingdom service..Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Why do some believers fall away from the faith even when starting strong?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Tiffany and Pastor Jeff walk through Luke 14:28–35, where Jesus calls His followers to stop, think, and count the cost of discipleship. Jesus makes clear that following Him is not a casual decision but a lifelong commitment.We discuss why public identification with Christ carries real responsibility, how inconsistency undermines Christian witness, and why Jesus' hard words are meant to bring clarity rather than fear. This episode challenges believers to examine whether their faith is merely a label or a lived reality and encourages listeners to choose a faith that lasts and finishes well.What We Discussed:02:10 Counting the CostJesus' command in Luke 14 is framed as a call to pause, reflect, and understand that discipleship is a serious, intentional commitment, not an emotional decision.03:45 The Danger of Starting Strong Without Finishing WellUsing the illustration of an unfinished building, the episode explains how public profession without perseverance leads to inconsistency and damages Christian witness.05:40 Discipleship Is a Life, Not a LabelFaith is described as more than identification. True discipleship reshapes priorities, obedience, and daily living, not just belief.10:50 What Jesus Meant by “Deny Yourself”Jesus' call to take up the cross is unpacked as surrendering control, ambition, and self-rule in exchange for faithful following.12:40 Understanding the Warning About Flavorless SaltJesus' illustration of salt losing its usefulness is explained as a warning about wasted spiritual influence, not the loss of salvation.14:10 Judgment for Believers and Eternal RewardWe discuss the evaluation of a believer's life at the judgment seat of Christ, where faithfulness and obedience are assessed.15:45 Don't Waste Your LifeDiscipleship is framed as living with eternal purpose, building with lasting materials rather than shallow or temporary commitments.“Discipleship isn't about momentary enthusiasm. It's about public identification and lifelong loyalty to Christ.” - Pastor Jeff Cranston

February 1, 2026 Pastor Nathan Lee Luke 9:57-62

A talk on Paul's conversion. Acts 9:1-2225 January 2026Rev Canon Malcolm RogersSt Margaret's Burnham Norton

In this sobering conclusion to the "Kingdom Now" series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Karl closes Matthew 7:21–29 with Jesus' urgent call to authentic, obedient faith. He recaps the narrow gate—Jesus Himself as the exclusive way to the Father (John 10:9)—requiring self-denial and kingdom priority, a path few find because truth is non-negotiable. The terrifying warning follows: Not everyone who says "Lord, Lord" will enter the kingdom—only those who do the Father's will. Even miracle-workers may hear, "I never knew you; depart from me," underscoring that salvation demands an intimate, mutual relationship: truly knowing Jesus and being known by Him, not superficial confession or religious activity without heart surrender and obedience.Pastor Karl illustrates this with the parable of the wise and foolish builders: Everyone hears Jesus' words, but only doers build on the rock. Storms are certain—far beyond our strength—and they reveal the unseen foundation. Lives built on anything else crumble with great destruction. Hearing or studying the Word isn't enough; we must be doers (James 1:22) for transformed, fruitful lives. He shares the powerful story behind "I Have Decided to Follow Jesus," born from Nokseng's martyrdom in India, declaring unwavering commitment amid tragedy: "No turning back… though none go with me… the cross before me, the world behind me."The message ends with Jesus' astonishing authority as the Word incarnate and a solemn challenge: Will you follow—not with lip service, but with total devotion through the narrow gate? As the congregation is invited to stand and sing the hymn only if they can declare it personally, Pastor Karl urges genuine surrender, heart examination, and reaching out for prayer to confirm a true decision to follow Christ. A grace-filled, convicting call to move from profession to possession, building on the only foundation that endures the storm.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Welcome! We're glad you're here. Through the Bible | Part 30 | Possessing the Promise

KT Continues our series on discipleship

Theme: Understand the Cost of Following the Son of God 1. Discipleship Means Dependence 2. Discipleship Has Consequences 3. Discipleship is Misunderstood

Pastor Katie talks about February's pick for Pastor Book Club: The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

Do you ever negotiate your loyalty to God? Oh, we would never admit this out loud. But our actions often say something different. Our loyalty to follow Jesus can rise and fall with our circumstances. We trust Him, but when life becomes unmanageable, we start to renegotiate the things we once committed to God. We’ll make Christ our priority, but only while the emotional or financial costs feel reasonable. We’ll surrender, but only after we have a pretty good idea of where God is leading us. And before we realize it, our obedience, our loyalty to God, has become conditional. I mean we would never actually reject God’s will outright. We just want clarity first. Certainty first. Security first. Scripture asks a harder question: Will we trust God before we know what obedience will cost us? That struggle between choosing daily faithfulness & loyalty to God & fear of what it might cause us to miss out on in this life because of it defines the Christian life. If we don’t address that tension, we will always find ourselves stuck in a cycle of delayed obedience, diluted faith, and compromised loyalty. Today, we’ll confront that tension head-on, to define what loyalty to God actually looks like.

In this episode, we explore Jesus' challenging call to discipleship—a call that costs us far more than comfort, convenience, or cultural approval.  we unpack what it truly means to follow Christ: denying ourselves, taking up our cross daily, and surrendering control of our lives. Discipleship is not an add-on to faith but a complete reorientation of our priorities, relationships, and ambitions. While salvation is a free gift of grace, following Jesus demands obedience, perseverance, and sometimes sacrifice. This conversation invites listeners to count the cost honestly, reject shallow faith, and embrace the deeper joy and freedom found in wholehearted devotion to Christ—even when it's difficult.   Featuring Pastor Chris Harper 

As we begin a new year at Integrity Church, this standalone message calls us to start with the right foundation. From Luke 14:25–33, Mature and Multiply challenges us to honestly examine who—or what—has preeminence in our lives. Jesus makes it clear that following Him is not about adding Him to our schedules or priorities, but about surrendering everything to Him. This sermon invites us to count the cost of discipleship, reject half-hearted faith, and embrace a life where Jesus is not merely part of our lives, but our life. As we look ahead to a new year, this message sets the tone for growing in spiritual maturity and multiplying our lives for God's mission.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

Today’s Bible Verse:“If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple." - Luke 14:26 At first glance, Luke 14:26 can feel shocking and even confusing. Why would Jesus use such strong language about family and even our own lives? In this passage, Jesus is teaching that following Him requires absolute devotion—a love for Him so great that every other loyalty pales in comparison. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca Let Scripture shape your heart today—begin with the Bible Verse of the Day on Biblestudytools.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Radiant Arrival Pt. 5Jesus' definition of discipleship is rather simple. However, it is anything but easy. Andrew Traxler unpacks Jesus' definition of discipleship.

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2024-01-04 - The Cost of Discipleship ⧸ The Storms of Life： Matthew 8_18-27 [I4I4laAUxS0] by Salvador Flores III

This is part 3 of Jesus' instructions to the disciples. The first third of the chapter showed us what the marks of Christ's Kingdom are that His people bring with them into the world. The second portion was filled with warnings about the dangers of following Jesus – that His followers will be attacked, betrayed, and rejected. This week we will see the Cost of Discipleship.Jesus is a divisive figure. Though He is truly the Prince of Peace, and the Light of the World, the truth is that people like the darkness and the light can feel harsh and painful. Some of you have felt the cost of following Jesus acutely in your life, experiencing rejection from your family, friends, or coworkers. Others have not, but this passage still gives us a costly call to take up our cross as we follow Jesus. Jesus was open about the cost but also offers us a reward that is worth it all. ------------------------------------------- Connect with us on Social Media ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Vimeo⁠------------------------------------------- Download our App⁠Apple App Store⁠ | ⁠Google Play Store⁠

Jesus urges His listeners to count the cost and follow Him without hesitation, regardless of the difficulty, because true life belongs only to those who follow Him completely. Therefore, genuine disciples treasure Jesus above every competing love, renounce all rivals, and follow Him persistently.

True discipleship involves understanding what Jesus meant when He said to come after Him, to deny ourselves, to take up our cross daily, and to follow Him. Coming after Jesus isn't a casual invitation but a call to immediate, decisive action—leaving behind our old way of life and pressing forward without looking back, just as the disciples dropped their nets without hesitation.

The Cost of Discipleship by NoLimits Church - Sunday Messages

The Cost of Discipleship | Benjer McVeigh | November 9, 2025 by Flourishing Grace Church

The Cost of Discipleship - John 15:9-27, Rev. Eugene Kim by CGS Media

John 6:60-71: The cost of discipleship - Steve Vaughan by Christ City Church Dublin

Jesus makes it clear about the true cost of being his disciple, offering a couple of parables to underscore what is at stake in our spiritual lives. (Lectionary #487) November 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Speaker: Andrea Sears --- Cheap versus costly grace.

Jesus called His disciples to follow Him, but He also told them to count the cost. This is still true for us today. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/26/the-cost-of-following-jesus/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NULkG7OE_dE

Jesus called His disciples to follow Him, but He also told them to count the cost. This is still true for us today. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/26/the-cost-of-following-jesus/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NULkG7OE_dE

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Mark 10:17-22 // Nathan MillerThe story of the rich man who asks Jesus about eternal life is one of the Bible's most poignant encounters. This sermon explores Jesus' direct and loving challenge to the man, revealing a surprising truth about the cost of following him. The passage teaches us that eternal life is not just about keeping rules but about a complete surrender of our lives and possessions to Christ.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49496384PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new25.09.28

Mark 10:17-22 // Ben BeasleyThe story of the rich man who asks Jesus about eternal life is one of the Bible's most poignant encounters. This sermon explores Jesus' direct and loving challenge to the man, revealing a surprising truth about the cost of following him. The passage teaches us that eternal life is not just about keeping rules but about a complete surrender of our lives and possessions to Christ.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49496385PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new25.09.28

Today’s Bible Verse:“If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple." - Luke 14:26 At first glance, Luke 14:26 can feel shocking and even confusing. Why would Jesus use such strong language about family and even our own lives? In this passage, Jesus is teaching that following Him requires absolute devotion—a love for Him so great that every other loyalty pales in comparison. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca Let Scripture shape your heart today—begin with the Bible Verse of the Day on Biblestudytools.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This sermon on Luke 14:25–33 examines the radical cost of following Christ through the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. From Harlem's Abyssinian Baptist Church to resisting Hitler, Bonhoeffer models “costly grace.” Three lessons call the Church to humility, faithfulness over tradition, and resurrection hope in the face of death.

On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus instructs the people about the true cost for someone who wants to become his disciple. (Lectionary #129) September 6, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Cost of Discipleship: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time- Lectionary: 09/07/2025 by Shawn Ozbun

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