Podcasts about cost of following jesus

What if the greatest danger for Christians today is thinking we're prepared for eternity, while living on half-full lamps? In this episode, Heather reveals the hidden truth in Jesus' parable of the ten virgins: all ten had oil, but only five had enough to enter the marriage supper of the Lamb. She unpacks what this means for us now, why simply saying “I believe” falls short, and why God is looking for those who answer His call with a wholehearted “Here I am.” Through biblical examples and sobering insights, Heather exposes how lukewarm teachings have misled many into thinking partial obedience is enough. She emphasizes that true faith is proven by action, that sanctification is not optional but necessary, and that the fear of the Lord anchors us in daily submission. This conversation will challenge you to count the cost of discipleship, lay down your own desires, and embrace sacrificial service to others. Above all, it calls us to examine whether our lives reflect the oil of obedience—or risk being shut out of heaven's door. Connect with me on Instagram @resistandroar, or learn how to work with me at ResistAndRoar.com  

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September 21st, 2025 | Standalone | 1 Peter 4:12-16What does it truly cost to follow Jesus in 2025 America? In this timely and convicting message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz addresses the increasing hostility toward biblical truth and the growing price of public faithfulness. Sparked by the shocking and controversial death of Charlie Kirk—an unapologetic follower of Christ and defender of a biblical worldview—this sermon is a call to wake up, stand firm, and prepare for what lies ahead.Rooted in 1 Peter 4:12–16, Pastor Todd unpacks:Why persecution shouldn't surprise believersHow suffering refines the ChurchThe collapse of cultural Christianity in the WestThe urgency to raise a generation ready to stand for truthWhat bold, Spirit-filled witness looks like in a hostile cultureThis episode is more than a response to a cultural moment—it's a rallying cry for the Church to embrace the cost of true discipleship. As Pastor Todd reminds us: “This isn't just a defining moment. It's a refining one.”“Do not be surprised at the fiery trial...”“If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed...”“I am not ashamed of the Gospel...”The time for passive Christianity is over. This is the moment to stand with conviction, courage, and clarity—no matter the cost.Do you know JESUS?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nblongview.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nblongview.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT through giving: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving⁠⁠

September 21st, 2025 | Standalone | 1 Peter 4:12-14What does it truly mean to follow Jesus in a culture that calls truth hate and conviction intolerance?In this bold and timely sermon, Pastor Matt Darby speaks directly into the polarized moment we're living in—where standing for biblical truth comes at an increasing cost. Following the tragic events of September 10, where a man was murdered for proclaiming the Gospel, this message calls the Church to wake up, stand firm, and refuse to be ashamed of Christ.Preaching from 1 Peter 4:12–14, Pastor Matt helps believers understand:Why we should not be surprised by persecutionHow suffering is not a setback, but a refining fireWhat it looks like to prepare ourselves (and our children) for faithful enduranceHow the Spirit of God meets us powerfully in seasons of sufferingWhy now is not a time to retreat—but a time to rise with courage and conviction“If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.” – 1 Peter 4:14The world is not the enemy—it's the mission.This message is a rally cry to glorify God, no matter the cost.Do you know JESUS? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support through GIVING: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving⁠

Jesus wasn't after soft disciples. He expected His followers to love Him above all else -- including above themselves. Are you prepared to follow Jesus ?Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.Scripture Used in Today's MessageLukke 9:23-26If you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism experiences.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.CampusAmerica.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

Send us a textThis is not your typical episode—it's a call to action for every believer.In the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Chelsey shares her raw reaction, deep spiritual reflection, and unapologetic challenge to the Church: are we paying any cost for our faith?This episode isn't about politics—it's about purpose. It's about heaven. And it's about living in a way that makes hell nervous.Inside, you'll hear:A call to examine the cost of your comfortWhy real faith will always be offensive to darknessThe difference between performance Christianity and kingdom obedienceHow Charlie Kirk's bold stand at the 10X stage reminded Chelsey who she is in ChristWhy your marriage, motherhood, and voice matter more than ever right nowThis is your spiritual wake-up call. You were not made for comfort. You were made for boldness. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."Grab my free training here: https://chelsey.coach/highlevelwife-blueprint 2x certified Coach (John Maxwell Leadership, Kristen Boss SSLS)10+ years coaching experienceNASM-certified in Personal Training and NutritionMom of 5, Army wife 16 yearsSupport the show!The Chelsey Holm Podcast (The Chelsey Holm Podcast) It's hard to give your best when you don't feel your best- replenish your health with Ready Set Wellness: https://us.shaklee.com/site/chelseynoel/Nutrition/Ready-Set-Wellness/Ready-Set-Wellness-Bundle/p/89599

In Luke 14:26–35, Jesus calls His disciples to a love that puts Him above family, possessions, and even life itself. He speaks of carrying the cross, counting the cost, and staying salty for God's kingdom. In this episode, we explore what it means to truly follow Christ, with modern-day examples of choosing Him over family pressure, career gain, or personal dreams. The cost is great, but the reward—Christ Himself—is greater.

In Luke 14:26–35, Jesus calls His disciples to a love that puts Him above family, possessions, and even life itself. He speaks of carrying the cross, counting the cost, and staying salty for God's kingdom. In this episode, we explore what it means to truly follow Christ, with modern-day examples of choosing Him over family pressure, career gain, or personal dreams. The cost is great, but the reward—Christ Himself—is greater.

Scripture Reading from Luke 9: 57-62 (0:00)Sermon by Ben Reed (1:07)

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Episode Notes Following Jesus requires surrender and comes at a cost. Through three encounters—the Negotiator, the Hesitater, and the Half-Hearted—we're reminded that what we gain in Christ far outweighs anything we give up, because He is worth it all

Today, Pastor Erin focused on verses 18-22 in Matthew chapter 8.

Luke 9:23 Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my DISCIPLE must DENY themselves and TAKE up their CROSS DAILY and follow me.

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On Sunday 17th August, Bekah spoke on Luke 9:21-27 and the cost of following Jesus. The post Luke 9:21-27 – The cost of following Jesus appeared first on Elmdon Church, Solihull.

This episode is part 22 in a study of the gospel of Luke. James and John want to call down fire from heaven. Jesus says no. Some people think about following Jesus. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We dive into John 6:60-71, where Jesus' challenging words create a great divide among His followers. Join us as we explore the cost of true discipleship, the difference between a fair-weather crowd and a committed disciple, and the unwavering faith of Peter in the face of a hard teaching.#John6 #Discipleship #FollowingJesus

Have you ever had to save up for something? Maybe it was a new house, or a car, or just some big purchase that was important to you. The discipline to save money is difficult. Every purchase becomes a decision about what is most important. When we are saving up to buy something we are aware of these constant priority decisions, but the truth is that we are making these decisions all the time without even realizing it. How we spend our time, our money, or even our emotional or mental energy speaks volumes about what we consider to be most important. This sermon looks at Luke chapter 14 where Jesus challenges the people of his day about the way they determine what is most important. He also emphasizes the invitation that God gives to us to be his children and citizens of his kingdom. Like the people of Jesus' day, we often let other things get in the way or take a higher priority than trusting and following Jesus. Jesus challenges them, and us, to truly count the cost of following Jesus and to always consider that being a follower of Jesus is of greater importance than anything else in this world.

Jesus calls us to more than belief—He calls us to surrender. This message unpacks what it means to pick up your cross, deny yourself, and follow Him. We'll explore the call to total allegiance, the death of earthly desires, and the truth that real self-denial leads not to loss, but to life in Christ.

What is the cost of NOT following Jesus?Jesus came to preach a message of grace, not judgementFollowing Jesus costs us our…-comfortFollowing Jesus costs us our…-Comfort-ExcusesFollowing Jesus costs us our…-Comfort-Excuses-PastWhat ‘good' thing is standing in your way of following Jesus?How can you fix your eyes on Jesus? 

Speaker: Rob Nightingale | Series: Seek and Save | Passage: Luke 9:51 - 10:24

Jesus often taught in parables, simple stories that illustrated a spiritual truth. Some of Jesus' most famous parables are unique to the Gospel of Luke. In what we call the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus describes for his followers who would be their neighbor and what it means to be a good neighbor. Telling the Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, he focuses on the condition of the heart and salvation by grace. Jesus' parables highlight a major theme in Luke: our call to discipleship. Throughout the book, we repeatedly find the invitation to follow Jesus Christ. Together, let's discover what Jesus teaches about the attitudes and hearts of his followers and discuss honestly what it costs to prioritize Jesus in our lives. 

When Jesus said He had 'no place to lay His head,' He wasn't complaining about homelessness—He was declaring His mission wasn't about settling into religious comfort zones. Are you trying to fit Jesus into your plans, or are you willing to follow Him wherever He leads? The kingdom of God operates on urgency, not convenience.

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Here's what God said about the Apostle Paul in Acts chapter nine:  “I will show him how much he must suffer for My name.” During his thirty-five-year ministry, the Apostle Paul suffered greatly for the cause of Christ. Today, Ron reminds us that we, too, may be asked to make sacrifices, maybe even to endure suffering, for the glory of God and for the advancement of the Gospel. Stay with us now as Ron continues his series, “Paul: Surprised by Grace.”  

Through the years, there have been thousands of books written on self-improvement, but very few on self-denial. Salvation is a free gift from God. But followership, walking in the will of God day by day here on Earth, that's going to cost you something. Today, Ron takes us once again to the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul, a man who suffered greatly for the cause of Christ. Stay with us now as Ron moves ahead with his teaching series, “Paul: Surprised by Grace.” 

June 15th, 2025At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the truth of God's Word. We welcome you to come as you are, from wherever you've been, and join us!Support the show

In this sermon, pastor Dylan Dodson preaches from Acts 20 as we look at the cost of following Jesus.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus Christ? In this powerful conversation, we explore the uncomfortable truths about discipleship that many churches avoid discussing.Key Topics Covered:Why Jesus never hides the demands of the gospel in "fine print"What it truly means to deny yourself and take up your cross dailyThe difference between adding Christ to your life vs. giving your life to ChristHow to practically live for God's glory instead of your own recognitionWhy persecution and difficulty are promised parts of following Jesus

Sunday, June 8th, 2025

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: In this Jesus Stories episode, we examine the question of costs. Have you ever considered the value of the Kingdom of God? Jesus explains this to us. Given its value, then, what is the cost to follow Jesus into the Kingdom of God? Jesus explains that to us, too. We take a deep dive into these questions as we consider “The Cost For Following Jesus.” This is a tough teaching to hear. But, it is crucial to understand what Jesus asks of us as followers. SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS EPISODE: Matthew 13:44-46 Luke 14:25-27 Luke 9:57-62 Mark 3:33-35 Matthew 10:37-39 1 John 3:16 Mark 10:28 Acts 12:2 Mark 10:29-30 Hebrews 11:13-16 WE'RE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOT9Cm5P1tsQp1U8cEilDk5icjxE55KA8&si=cRbv2oNF3t_iNfBJ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Rate us on your favorite podcast player. This is particularly helpful on Apple and Spotify! Make a donation through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LKASTZFA8YYJY Send a Hero Care Package. https://herocarepackages.com/discount/STORIESDEAL Buy some Jesus Stories merch: https://jesusstories.info/swag/ Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Have you decided to follow Jesus, regardless of the cost? We must count the cost and do as Jesus directs us.

Message from David Wojnicki on May 25, 2025

Sermon By: Pastor Roman Folia (The Gospel of Matthew pt 28)

Jesus explicitly states that whoever follows him must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him. But what is the cost of following Jesus? We see three instances where someone wants to follow Jesus, but instead decides that their earthly obligations outweigh their eternal ones. To be a disciple, no human relationship or responsibility can come before our relationship with Christ.  Speaker: Mike Slayden

Jesus explicitly states that whoever follows him must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him. But what is the cost of following Jesus? We see three instances where someone wants to follow Jesus, but instead decides that their earthly obligations outweigh their eternal ones. To be a disciple, no human relationship or responsibility can come before our relationship with Christ.  Speaker: Mike Slayden

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This sermon was preached by Rev. Anna Dickson on April 13, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The Scripture for this sermon is Luke 19:28-40.

Jason and Ben discuss "the widows might" and what the true cost of following Jesus is.

  This sermon was preached by Rev. Pen Peery on April 6, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The Scripture for the sermon is John 12:1-8.  

This sermon was preached by Rev. Pen Peery on March 30, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The Scripture for the sermon is Luke 15:1-3; 11b-32 (Prodigal).

The rich young ruler's encounter with Jesus emphasizes the cost of discipleship. We explore what it means to follow Jesus with our whole hearts, despite the sacrifices required. Following Jesus is free but will ultimately cost us everything as we move from the ‘come and see' of Jesus' ministry to the ‘come and die' of our call to follow Him. What are the things holding us back from a fully committed pursuit of Jesus' way of life? Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402

Reading Luke 9:57-62 finishing up the chapter and learning about counting the cost of discipleship, understanding what we might need to give up in order to follow Jesus. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Speaker: Pastor William McDowell - The weekly podcast of Deeper Fellowship Church, led by Pastor William McDowell

Speaker: Pastor William McDowell - The weekly podcast of Deeper Fellowship Church, led by Pastor William McDowell