Counting Cost / Staying Salty

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Wed. Nov 19th
Discussion Questions
  1. Why does Jesus use such strong language about hating family and carrying the cross when teaching about discipleship?
  2. How does the parable of salt connect naturally to the lesson on counting the cost?
  3. What are some ways modern Christians can demonstrate 'remaining salty' in their daily walk with Christ?
Sources
  • New American Standard Bible 1995 (NASB95)
  • ChatGPT – BibleTalk.tv discussion on Luke 14 and discipleship (9/19/2025)
  • William Barclay, The Gospel of Luke, Daily Study Bible Series
  • Darrell L. Bock, Luke (Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament)
  • R.C. Sproul, Expositional Commentary: Luke
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