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What is the real meaning behind Jesus' call to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him? In this thought-provoking sermon, we wrap up our journey through Matthew 16 and explore how words like "friend" and "follow" have been redefined in today's social media-driven world. We'll discuss the significance of Peter's confession of Jesus as the Messiah, and consider the implications of Jesus' call to follow Him in a world constantly shifting its values and definitions.

We'll take a closer look at Jesus' invitation to deny ourselves and take up our cross, not as a call to suffer for suffering's sake, but as an invitation to sacrificially give of ourselves for His glory. We'll discuss the importance of living out our faith through both word and deed, and the challenge of not making "bad trades" by giving away our soul for temporary satisfaction. We'll also reflect on the value of our souls and the invitation to embrace perspective and let go of earthly attachments.

As we prepare for our upcoming relationship series, For Better or For Worse, we'll deepen our understanding of what it means to live a life of true discipleship. Join us in this powerful conversation as we seek to live out our calling and deepen our relationship with God and others, learning how to grow in love for Him and stay focused on what truly matters in this world.

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