Following Jesus requires total commitment, not casual interest. In Luke 14, Jesus challenged large crowds by explaining that discipleship means loving Him above all else, even family relationships. Using illustrations of a tower builder and a king preparing for war, Jesus emphasized the importance of counting the cost before committing. True discipleship means surrendering everything—relationships, dreams, finances, and future plans—to His lordship. While this sounds overwhelming, the beautiful truth is that Jesus already counted the cost and gave up everything to have us. His sacrifice demonstrates our infinite worth to Him and provides the foundation for our complete surrender.