“Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it. And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul?” Matthew 16:24-26 NLT
The phrase "whoever loses his life for my sake will find it" is a famous teaching of Jesus found in Matthew 16:25
Meaning of the Verse
Surrendering Control: Trying to save or protect your own life on your own terms—living entirely for yourself—leads to spiritual emptiness
Finding True Purpose: Letting go of your selfish desires and giving your life to God brings true, eternal life and ultimate fulfillment.
Daily Sacrifice: It means putting Jesus and His teachings first, rather than chasing individual power or comfort.
“ He is no fool who gives up what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.” Jim Elliot
Make it a Thoughtful Thursday! God is good…