Reflection Questions
1. What does it mean for me to deny myself? Reflect on areas in your life where you may need to let go of selfish desires or ambitions in order to follow Jesus more closely.
2. How can I take up my cross daily? Consider the sacrifices and challenges you might need to face in your daily life to live out your faith and commitment to Jesus.
3. In what ways am I trying to save my life in a worldly sense?
Identify aspects of your life where you might be prioritizing worldly success, comfort, or security over your relationship with Jesus.
4. What does it look like for me to lose my life for Jesus' sake? Contemplate what it means to surrender your life to Jesus , including any changes in your attitudes, behaviors, and priorities that this surrender might entail.