Luke 14:28 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Think about it, if you're planning to build something big, wouldn't you sit down first and figure out if you actually have enough money to see it through to the end?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Always count the cost before you commit to something major.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is addressing a large crowd about the demands of true discipleship, using everyday examples to illustrate the seriousness of following Him. In first-century Jewish culture, building a tower was a practical project often undertaken by farmers for purposes like watching over vineyards, requiring careful planning and sufficient resources to avoid public embarrassment if left unfinished. This analogy fits into Jesus' broader teaching on counting the cost before committing to a life of faith.

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