Luke 14:28 “But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it?

Peter had a deep love for Jesus. When Jesus talked about His upcoming death at the Last Supper, Peter boldly said, “Lord, I am ready to go with You both to prison and to death!” (Luke 22:33). It was a heartfelt declaration, but when the moment of truth came, Peter denied Jesus three times out of fear.

It’s easy to make big promises when we’re feeling close to Jesus. Statements like “I’ll go anywhere You lead” and “You can have it all” feel right during worship or church services. They sound good, and we might even mean them sincerely. But saying the words is just the beginning.

Are we making these passionate promises without thinking about what it really takes to live them out? We often confuse enthusiasm with true commitment, forgetting that real passion includes enduring hardship. Many of us Christians quickly say we’re ready to lay down our lives and follow Jesus. But like Peter on the night before the Crucifixion, do we back down when challenges arise?

If we truly want to follow Christ and fulfill His purposes for us, we have to be ready to give up our comfort. Are you prepared to make that payment?

In what ways is God calling you to get out of your comfort zone today?

Pastor Chance