Luke 14:28
“For which of you, desiring to build a tower, doesn’t first sit down and count the cost, to see if he has enough to complete it?”
What does Luke 14:28 mean?
Jesus is encouraging practical wisdom before we commit to something significant. Just as someone planning to build would be foolish to start without calculating expenses and checking their resources, we should think through the real demands of whatever we're undertaking, whether that's following him, making a major life change, or pursuing any serious goal. This isn't a call to endless hesitation or anxiety, but an invitation to honest self-assessment. It's about knowing what you're getting into so you can either proceed with eyes open or wisely step back, rather than starting strong and then falling apart when reality hits. The point is that thoughtful counting of costs shows respect for both the goal itself and for your own limits.