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Matthew 10:38 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Matthew 10:38 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 10 verse 38 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.”
Matthew 10:38 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 10:38
Jesus' requirement 'he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me' uses crucifixion imagery to depict total self-denial. Taking one's cross means accepting a death sentence—willingness to die to self-will, comfort, and safety. This precedes literal crucifixion language's common usage, showing Jesus clearly predicted the cross. Following after taking the cross shows discipleship is dying to self to live for Christ.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 10:38
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“and said to them”
“and come after me”
“If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.,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.,,,,,,,,”
“If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross,{TR, NU add daily} and follow me.,And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.,,,,,,,,”
“bearing his cross”
“and said to him”
“they found a man of Cyrene”