Jesus reminds his hearers that following him and aligning your life with his can be costly.

Who would you add to the author’s list in terms of your heroes of faith?

How much easier is it to offer praise when things are going well?

What vines are flourishing in your life by the grace of God?

“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

In these verses, we find the definition of faith.

If we are to be God’s people, the expectation is that we should live like God’s people.

Prayer and praise is not about changing God’s heart, but about changing ours.

How might you use your resources to be richer toward God?

Paul speaks to the difference Jesus makes in the lives of his followers.