Luke 14:28

The Message

“Is there anyone here who, planning to build a new house, doesn’t first sit down and figure the cost so you’ll know if you can complete it? If you only get the foundation laid and then run out of money, you’re going to look pretty foolish. Everyone passing by will poke fun at you: ‘He started something he couldn’t finish.’

Cross References

Proverbs 24:27

First plant your fields; then build your barn.

Matthew 8:20

Jesus was curt: “Are you ready to rough it? We’re not staying in the best inns, you know.”

Luke 14:33

“Simply put, if you’re not willing to take what is dearest to you, whether plans or people, and kiss it good-bye, you can’t be my disciple.