Carry Your Cross – Devotional on Matthew 16:24–25

Discipleship isn’t just belief—it’s surrender. Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”

In this episode, we explore:

• The difference between being an admirer of Jesus and being His disciple.
• Why you can’t carry your cross while clutching idols.
• Real-world examples of what cross-carrying looks like in career, relationships, and habits.
• The paradox of losing your life for Christ—and actually finding it.

Reflection Question:
What’s the hardest area of your life to fully surrender to Jesus?

Challenge:
Pray through one part of your life you’ve kept from the cross. Then take a practical step this week to nail it down and let go.

Prayer:
Lord, I confess I’ve held back parts of my life. Today I surrender all—my desires, habits, and ambitions—because You are worth it. Amen.