Sermon: Hating to Love: The Paradox of Discipleship

In this sermon, Hating to Love: The Paradox of Discipleship (Luke 14:25–35), Pastor David Balla of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod explores the radical call of Jesus Christ to true discipleship. What does it mean when our Lord says, “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother… yes, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:26, ESV)? This message dives deep into the cost of following Christ, the paradox of hating to love, and the Gospel truth that what Christ demands, He Himself fulfills.

Discover how the cross defines Christian life, how Baptism shapes daily repentance, and how the Lord’s Supper strengthens believers to love Christ above all. This sermon is rich with biblical teaching, Lutheran theology, and practical application for today’s disciples of Jesus.

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