The Cost vs. The Benefits | Following Jesus When It's Hard | Mark 10:17-22

Are you more afraid of what following Jesus will cost you than eager for what it will give you? This challenging message from Mark 10 flips the script on how we think about devotion to Christ. Instead of focusing on the sacrifice, discover the incredible benefits that come with saying "yes" to Jesus.

In this powerful teaching from "The Unexpected King" series, Pastor Tiana Spencer shares three life-changing benefits of following Jesus that will transform how you view surrender and obedience.

🔥 Key Message: Too often we're like the rich young ruler - more afraid of the costs than eager for the benefits. But when we understand what we actually GAIN by following Jesus, everything changes. Stop living like Christianity is just about securing your spot in heaven and start experiencing the fullness of life with Christ right here, right now.

✨ Three Benefits of Following Jesus: PROXIMITY to Him - The best part of salvation isn't just going to heaven someday, it's getting to live WITH Jesus on this side of glory POWER through Him - Freedom from trying to find your worth in wealth, status, or achievements through the power of the Holy Spirit PROMISES from Him - God sees every sacrifice and promises a hundredfold return on everything given up for His glory

💡 Perfect for: Anyone struggling with surrender and obedience Those feeling weary from sacrificing for God's call People caught between worldly success and spiritual devotion Anyone questioning if following Jesus is "worth it"

📖 Scripture Focus: Mark 10:17-22

🔥 Honest Moment: Pastor Tiana vulnerably shares her own struggle with pride during the pandemic and how God used isolation to reveal areas where she was feeding off applause rather than living for His glory alone.

💪 Challenge: Stop prioritizing the pleasure of the present at the expense of your spiritual future. Every day, weigh the cost and decide: Is proximity with Jesus worth what it might cost you today?

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