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05/24/2023
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“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me” (23). Jesus healed the sick and miraculously fed thousands; they “ate and were satisfied” (17). The disciples saw Jesus “transfigured” on the mountain; they heard the Father say he had chosen the Son and that all should “listen to him” (35). Knowing Jesus could and would meet their needs, the disciples were challenged to give up control of their lives and follow him – even his path of self-sacrifice.
“What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, and yet lose or forfeit their very self?” (25). We gain all that is truly valuable when we surrender fully to Jesus, who gave himself for us.