Podcasts about Counting the cost

This week on VOMAus Radio, hear part two from Patrick as he shares remarkable stories from the field, of persecution, forgiveness and overcoming, with God's help and strength. You will be amazed and strengthened by the testimonies of Rachana, whose husband tried to kill her after she became a Christian, and Nanda, once a devout Buddhist priest who lost his prominence and reputation for Jesus. Be encouraged as you hear how God is at work in this ‘Hostile' nation. We hope it spurs you on to pray for believers in this nation and pray for VOM Australia too, as we seek to minister for those who suffer for His name.

The kingdom of God is completely free, and costs you everything. What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Jesus?

In Luke 14:25–35, Jesus makes it clear — salvation is free, but following Him will cost you everything. Discipleship isn't a label; it's a daily, Spirit-empowered surrender that shapes your relationships, priorities, and possessions. Each believer has a unique cost to count, and together as a church, we do too. The reward? Life with Christ now and forever. Are we just fans of Jesus, or true followers willing to go wherever He leads?

Text me a message! I would love to hear from you!Read the blog post for this podcast topic here: https://graceformyhome.com/counting-the-cost-5-honest-challenges-of-homeschooling/Homeschooling brings both joys and challenges.  As a veteran homeschool mom, Audrey, shares the most difficult aspects of her 12-year homeschooling journey to provide a balanced perspective.• The challenge of constant togetherness for an introvert who craves occasional solitude• Financial pressure and lifestyle adjustments of living on one income• The weight of being solely responsible for children's entire education• Socialization struggles that some homeschooled children face• Emotional, physical, and spiritual drain leading to periodic homeschool burnout• The importance of having a clear confirmation from God to sustain through difficult times• How inadequacy in homeschooling drove greater dependence on God's strength• Each child experiences homeschooling differently, requiring individual approachesI strongly encourage you to go to my blog, Grace For my Home, or look in the show notes and subscribe to my weekly email. I send out an email once a week with encouragement and information I don't have time to share on the blog. I'd love to hear from you! Support the showCovered in Prayer: An Evening for MomsJoin us Saturday, August 9 from 5–7 PM at Awaken Coffee Bar in Mullins, SC for an evening of encouragement, prayer, and community. Enjoy a light meal and connect with other women as we cover our families in prayer. Space is limited, so register now! Register Here: https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/10240246 Purchase a copy of my latest book! Covered in Prayer: 31 Prayers to Cover You and Your Children in God's GraceIf you enjoy this episode and want to buy Audrey a coffee, please click here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ajmccrac73d For more mom encouragement visit graceformyhome.com...

The gospel message is a simple one and we shouldn't try to complicate it. But while it may be simple to understand, it's far from easy to accept. Truly embracing the cross of Christ requires repentance and demands our full allegiance. Today, on The Bible Study Hour, we'll learn that while the costs may be great, discipleship yields the greatest blessing of all - peace with God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29

An episode from THE BIBLE Baptist Church, a Bible believing, Bible preaching church in DeLand, Florida.What THE BIBLE Baptist Church (TBBC) Believes:“A church is not a social organization or a club. It is a gathering of men and women who have put their faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. These people meet together to worship the Lord, to praise Him, to encourage one another to live lives pleasing to the Savior and to be instructed in the truths of the Holy Bible.It is also a place from which these believers go forth, individually and in groups, to spread the gospel of Christ Jesus to men and women the world over.The extent to which the blessing of the Lord abides upon a church and the effectiveness of a church in the aforementioned areas depends upon its understanding of and obedience to the words of God. There are certainly clearly stated truths found in scripture to which all believers must steadfastly adhere. A collection of individuals, each living in accord with their opinions or religious notions, can accomplish little for Christ. A gathering of men and women who have a like-minded faith in a foundational set of Biblical truths can do great things for the Lord.Below are those truths upon which we have built THE BIBLE Baptist Church.Should you have other questions please feel free to ask. Our people and leaders are available and more than happy to let you know what we do and why. It is our hope and prayer that the Lord will direct you to become a vital part of the gospel work which He has given us to do.”You may write to THE BIBLE Baptist Church at:872 Glenwood Rd.DeLand, FL 32720Have A Blessed Day, THE BBLE Baptist Church  The KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast is directly supported by Doss Metrics LLC | Ministry Services based out of Cleveland Texas. If you have any questions regarding this podcast, or the churches hosted on the podcast, please reach out to us directly at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dossmetrics@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or write to us at: Doss Metrics | KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast1501 McBride Rd.Cleveland, TX 77328 God Bless#KJV #BaptistChurches #BiblePreaching #KJVPreaching #KingJamesBible #ChurchSermons #ChristianPodcasts #BibilicalTeaching #JamesKnox

Dom talks with Steve Chandler, CEO of Tasman Pine Forests, about the estimated 4000ha of forestry plantations damaged in the recent storms in Tasman, how they plan to salvage the trees and what effect it might have on timber markets. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Poem LXIX from Charlotte Mason's “The Saviour of the World,” Volume VI Book IV.

A week on from last week's devastating storm and locals in Nelson Tasman are still cleaning up and beginning to count the cost. 

11am The Parables of the Kingdom Luke 14:12-33

The All Blacks are counting the cost of the opening test win over France with captain Scott Barrett in doubt for Saturday's second test in Wellington. Barrett left the field with an achilles issue in last weekend's 31-27 victory in Dunedin last, with the injury initially described as a niggle. It now seems more serious with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson saying an update will be provided tomorrow. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

And the king granted these requests, because the gracious hand of God was on me (Nehemiah 2:8). Thank you, Lord!

Sundays // Guest Speaker: John Bodily // Counting the Cost of Following Jesus // 29.06.25 by

Reading Luke 14:28-30 and continuing the teaching of Jesus on counting the cost of discipleship, considering what we must give up in order to follow Him and enter His kingdom. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

The Gospel is free, but there is a cost to follow Jesus. We are called to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him.

Let's explore the concept of the costs associated with our businesses through effort, time, and money in relation to personal growth and fulfilling one's calling. I'm going to emphasize the importance of valuing these aspects and making conscious decisions to protect what is important. This discussion will highlight the need for you to count the costs of your commitments and investments in order to effectively steward your God-given purposes. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Costs of Money, Time, and Effort 05:34 Valuing Your Resources for Growth 10:06 Stewardship and the Call to Action 13:05 Outro VIDEO podcast (1).mp4 I'd love to walk with you inside our upcoming Podcast Subscription Membership or the Resist and Roar Collective—a coaching and community space where I help you launch your podcast, or take your existing podcast or platform to the next level. Whether you're just getting started or ready to grow, monetize, and make Kingdom impact, this is where your message meets momentum. Not sure if you're ready? Join me for a free Group Coaching Q&A, held once a month, to get your questions answered and gain clarity on what stepping into this next season could look like for you. (DM me on Instagram, READY TO ROAR, link coming soon!

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Clyde Wayne Crews, the Fred L. Smith fellow in regulatory studies at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the expansion of executive action and break down how the resulting overregulation is costing Americans thousands of dollars every year. Read Crews' “Ten Thousand Commandments" report here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Clyde Wayne Crews, the Fred L. Smith fellow in regulatory studies at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the expansion of executive action and break down how the resulting overregulation is costing Americans thousands of dollars every year. Read Crews' […]

We bring you a report that crunches the numbers about how much Oasis fans will spend on food, drinks and tickets for a chance to see the 1990s British rockers when their tour begins in July. (Hint: hundreds of euros!).

Host Michael Azevedo is joined by two guests to discuss recent funding cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities, the NEH, and the National Endowment for the Arts, the NEA. To provide insight into the topic, Michael is  joined by documentary filmmaker and television producer Marisa Fox, who in a recent article in the Hollywood Reporter described what she and many of her peers have been going through as the Trump administration makes drastic cuts to the NEH and the NEA. Also joining the conversation is Laura Azevedo, executive director of Filmmakers Collaborative, which sponsors this podcast, to share how these cuts have impacted documentary filmmakers working with FC and how FC, as an organization that also runs educational programs around filmmaking and media literacy, has been impacted. Making Media Now is sponsored by Filmmakers Collaborative, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting media makers from across the creative spectrum. From providing fiscal sponsorship to presenting an array of informative and educational programs, Filmmakers Collaborative supports creatives at every step in their journey. About the host: www.writevoicecreative.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-azevedo/   Sound Engineer: A.J. Kierstead

In this sermon, we discuss why committing to the cause of Christ requires considering the cost of commitment. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pdchurch.substack.com

On this week's AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, Dan Coatsworth and Tom Sieber explore some big names on the UK and US stock market following a spate of corporate updates over the past week. They chat about Guinness maker Diageo, sausage roll giant Greggs, and a trio of American firms which have given us a fascinating insight into the state of the US consumer. [6:05] Marks & Spencer has laid out the potential hit to profits from its recent cyber-attack and it's a hefty sum. Dan has all the details and he talks to fund manager Ian Lance from Temple Bar Investment Trust to get a shareholder's perspective on the incident. [14:30] Hear about the new threat to Next and Dunelm as a US home furnishings giant prepares to make its UK debut. [21:15] Dan chats about an important development in the buy now, pay later industry [25:20] and why there is some relief for certain victims of scams. [29:20] Tom has a fascinating insight into the UK property market as more Americans look to move to the UK. [32:05]. Tom also talks about big moves in the cash savings market. [34:50] Finally, don't miss the second part of our interview with Edinburgh Investment Trust's Emily Barnard who explains how AstraZeneca differs from GSK, key achievements from both companies, and where they might go next. [37:30]

Jakarta Central Church (JCC) is an English speaking community in Jakarta. JCC presents the gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that is relevant, engaging, and simple. We believe time listening to God's word is time well spent and well worth the investment! https://www.youtube.com/c/JakartaCentralChurch

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

Series: N/AService: Radio Program / PodcastType: Radio Program / PodcastSpeaker: E.R. Hall, Jr.

The post 1Corinthians 7v25-40 Counting The Cost Before Marriage appeared first on Calvary Chapel Crossover.

Raising a child is expensive - and in the US, families can pay more than their monthly rent to cover childcare and enable them to get back to work.We find out why costs in the US are so high compared to the rest of the world.We hear from parents who are struggling to make ends meet, and speak to providers who say they're operating in a difficult environment. Produced and presented by Monica Miller(Image: Children running through a daycare centre in the US. Credit: Getty Images)

Church On The Rock is a community of people working together to connect to God, People, Purpose, and Hope. We invite you to participate along as we learn how we change and how to follow Jesus. Our Sunday morning gatherings take place every week at 9:00 & 11:00 am.

Luke 14:25-35 - Rev. Max Benfer

Message from Pastor Lynn on April 20, 2025

Jet had made the decision to be baptized. But he hadn't counted the cost of what it would mean to tell his family. This would require full commitment.                                                               ----------------Today's stories are told by Andy Murphy, AFM career missionary on the Tai-Kadai Project in Southeast Asia and Joshua Lewis, AFM career missionary on the Great River People Project in Cambodia. Subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed listening to today's stories!

WhenJesus left the Pharisee's house, great crowds followed Him, but He was notimpressed by the size of the crowd or their enthusiasm. In this passage, Jesusspeaks to a large crowd following Him, saying, “If anyone comes to Me anddoes not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters,yes, and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple. And whoever does not bearhis cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple.” He uses parables aboutbuilding a tower and a king preparing for war to emphasize counting the cost offollowing Him, concluding that disciples must forsake all and be like salt thatretains its flavor. Imaginea massive crowd buzzing with excitement, trailing Jesus as He walks away from aPharisee's house. They're drawn to His miracles, His teachings, maybe evenhopes of a political revolution. But Jesus stops, turns, and delivers asobering message: discipleship isn't a casual fan club. It's a costly, all-incommitment. First,Jesus demands supreme love. He says we must “hate” our family and even our ownlives. This isn't about despising people but loving Jesus so fiercely thatevery other affection pales in comparison. Think of a parent who sacrificespersonal dreams to follow God's call or a believer who risks family ties tostand for Christ. Our love for Jesus must eclipse all else, making us willingto surrender even what's dearest. I love how Oswald Chambers puts it: “The onlyright we have is the right to give up the right to ourselves”.  Second,Jesus calls us to bear our cross. This isn't just enduring life'sannoyances—it's a daily choice to embrace shame, suffering, and God's will,just as Jesus did on His way to Calvary. It's saying no to selfish ambitionsand yes to serving Christ, even when it's unpopular or painful. Picture earlyChristians facing persecution or missionaries leaving comfort for danger.That's the cross we're called to carry. Then,Jesus uses two parables to drive home the need to count the cost. A buildermust ensure he has enough to finish a tower, or he'll face mockery for ahalf-built ruin. A king must assess if his army can defeat a stronger foe, orhe'll need to seek peace. These stories challenge us to consider: Are we readyto follow Jesus fully, knowing it may cost our reputation, possessions, or evenour lives? Half-hearted commitment won't do. Jesus wants disciples who'llfinish the race, not quit when the glamour fades. Finally,Jesus compares disciples to salt. Salt preserves, purifies, and adds flavor,making people thirsty for God. But if salt loses its savor, it's useless, fitonly to be thrown out. A disciple who compromises their faith becomesineffective, unable to impact the world for Christ. We're called to stayvibrant, devoted, and true, reflecting Jesus in our character and actions. Discipleshipis serious business. Jesus doesn't coerce us, He invites us to choose Himdeliberately, knowing the cost. He's looking for quality, not quantity, fordisciples who'll be stones in His church, soldiers in His battle, and salt inHis world. As He spoke these words, Jesus was heading toward His own cross. Heasks nothing of us that He hasn't already given. ChallengeThis week, reflect on what discipleship costs you personally. Ask yourself: Isthere something—family, comfort, ambition—I'm holding back from Jesus? Take onepractical step to deepen your commitment. Maybe it's prioritizing prayer overdistractions, serving someone despite inconvenience, or boldly sharing yourfaith. Count the cost, then choose to follow Jesus fully. Be salt that flavorsthe world around you. PrayerFather, thank You for Jesus' call to true discipleship. Give us courage to loveYou above all, bear our cross, and count the cost. Help us be salt thatglorifies You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Dusty - Week 4 - "Counting The Cost of Faith" - Josh Amstutz

There is more to following JESUS than just saying a simple prayer or going to church. We must count the cost and not take the decision lightly. It is a life-long commitment of sacrifice and absolute surrender to GOD.Seguir a Jesús implica mucho más que simplemente decir una simple oración o ir a la iglesia. Debemos considerar el costo y no tomar la decisión a la ligera. Es un compromiso de por vida, de sacrificio y de entrega absoluta a Dios.#abbaministries     #preaching    #bilingüe

We all want ALL that Jesus offers us - the Abundant Life! But are we willing to pay the price? And is it worth the cost? Join us as we wrestle with this together! (Luke 14 - March 30, 2025)

By Ernest Grier - Have you considered that the Father and our Elder Brother counted the cost towards our redemption, towards Christ becoming our Passover? How can we use this knowledge in the renewing of our commitment?

Lord, let us balance these different, contrasting ideas.

In Luke 14, we see Jesus dealing with five different kinds of people and exposing what was false in their hearts. From the hearts of the people in the crowd, we learn to not be divided in our devotion. Following Jesus is costly, but He is worth it.

Check out our new book "She Prays Like a Girl" at PrayingChristianWomen.com/likeagirl today! Join us for short, daily Lenten meditations to help you draw closer to God in prayer and scripture reading as we prepare our hearts leading up to Resurrection Sunday!If you haven't committed your life to Jesus but have a desire to do so, a great resource is the Navigators' "Bridge to Life" illustration. Find it here: https://www.navigators.org/resource/the-bridge-to-life/

After our Daytona Bike Week adventure, we face the hard truth about whether the financial outcome justified the personal sacrifices made to attend the event. The tension between leaving family behind and achieving business results creates a powerful backdrop for exploring what "success" really means.• Financial results fell short of expectations despite positive relationship-building• Leaving a 5-month-old daughter behind created significant emotional struggle• Being positioned off the main path dramatically reduced foot traffic• Conversations with veteran vendors revealed this was an unusually slow Bike Week• Event organizers were also struggling, firing staff and making changes mid-week• Eagle sightings at key moments provided spiritual reassurance and connection to late father• Breaking even financially but gaining valuable experience for future events• Maintaining courage (the year's guiding word) meant pushing through despite challengesIf you're enjoying the Share the Struggle podcast, find us on social media at Loud Proud American on Facebook and YouTube, or @loud_proud_american on Instagram and TikTok.If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoudproudamericanLoud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_americanLoud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtwThank you for Supporting My American Dream!

TW: Religious trauma, abusive family systems, violence against women and children, sexual violenceCounting The Cost by Jill Duggar with Derick Dillard and Craig BorlaseA Well Trained Wife by Tia Levings @TiaLevingsWriterKeep Sweet on NetflixShiny Happy People on AmazonRuby Franke docuseries on HuluTia Levings on We Can Do Hard Things Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth StroutAnd the Pursuit of Happiness by Maira KalmanThe Rachel Incident by Caroline O'DonohueA Gorgeous Excitement by Cynthia WeinerSecond Chance Stage on HBOThe Baldwins on TLCSeverance on Apple Follow us on Instagram: Memwah PodcastJoin our Facebook group! Memwah PodcastVisit us at Pronounced MemwahMusic: "Promenade" themeBuy Wendi's booksI'm Wearing Tunics NowGinger Mancino, Kid ComedianSocksWendi's SubstackBuy Ann's bookListen to Your MotherMariana's SubstackContact us!If you would like to get in touch with us, to recommend a memwah for us to read, to give us feedback or to declare undying love (non-creepy only, please!), email us at memwahpodcast@gmail.comIf you enjoy this podcast- and know what's good for you, please rate us ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! And give us a shout out on social media and maybe do some skywriting to tell others about the podcast!Merci!

Topics:  Abide With Jesus, Jesus/Best Deal, Welcome to the Show, Rejecting God, National Day, Counting The Cost, Prayer BONUS CONTENT: Counting The Cost   Quotes: “Every day is a crazy news day.” “The cost of NOT following Jesus is way higher than the cost of following Him.” “I'm all about AG today.” “I feel like I'm being very animated.” . . . Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!

You will learn the meaning of “counting the cost” and what it really means to be a disciple of Jesus.

Ways To Connect FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/THEWAYFC/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewayfc/  Website: https://www.thewayfamilychurch.com Pastors Matts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewpollock1/   Prayer Requests : https://www.thewayfamilychurch.com/prayer-request      Ways To Give Online: https://pushpay.com/p/theway The Way Family Church App Text "THEWAYFC" to 77977 Mail in: 38710 Sky Canyon Dr. Murrieta, Ca 92563

February 9th, 2025David ComstockFollowing Jesus isn't a casual decision—it's a call to radical devotion. In The Jesus Stories: Counting the Cost, we'll explore how the values of the Kingdom turn the world's priorities upside down. Jesus doesn't sugarcoat the journey, but He offers something greater: a life of purpose, love, and grace beyond measure. Come and discover what it truly means to follow Him!

The Gospel is free, but there is a cost to follow Jesus. We are called to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him.

Strength to Strength welcomed Sam Baer to discuss crossbearing.What has it cost you to be a disciple of Jesus? Are you willing to make the sacrifice? What did Jesus mean when he asked us to bear our cross?We readily agree that Jesus has asked us to bear our cross but are we willing to clarify what that means?Jesus not only calls us to bear our cross; He offers the resources needed and great reward.An interactive question-and-answer period follows.