Our text for today is Luke 14:28.
“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?”
Imagine a man standing in his backyard, dreaming of building a shed. He’s excited. He can see it finished in his mind. But Jesus says, “Wait. Sit down first. Count the cost.”
This isn’t a story about construction. It’s about wisdom.
Jesus knows something we often forget: good intentions aren’t enough. Dreams need plans. Faith needs preparation. Even God’s work requires counting the cost.
Planning isn’t the opposite of faith—it’s faith in action. When we think ahead, we’re being wise. When we prepare, we’re being biblical. Jesus himself planned his ministry, chose his disciples carefully, and prepared for his mission.
Before you say yes to a commitment, count the cost. Before you make a promise, think it through. Before you start a project, sit down and plan.
God gave you a brain. Use it. Planning isn’t faithless—it’s faithful. It honors God when we’re wise with our time, energy, and resources.
Count the cost. Then build with confidence, knowing He’s with you every step.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and these are thoughts worth thinking.