Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus to his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. I. IN RELIGION, CHRIST IS THE SUPREME LEADER OF MEN. II. WHAT IS IMPLIED IN FOLLOWING CHRIST? It is to — 1. Think the thoughts of Christ. 2. To feel the feeling of Christ. 3. To work out the will of Christ. III. THE CONDITIONS OR PERFECT DISCIPLESHIP. 1. Voluntariness. 2. Renunciation of the old life of sin and self. 3. Entire submission to Christ in all things. 4. Perseverance. (John Millar.) Parallel Verses KJV: Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. |