And the gospel's sake (κα του ευαγγελιου). In Mark alone. See on Mt 16:25f. for this paradox. Two senses of "life" and "save." For…

And the gospel’s.—In St. Matthew we find simply for Me. The addition is significant, as showing that though our Lord dema…

The Venerable Bede: After showing His disciples the mystery of His passion and resurrection, He exhorts them, as well as the mu…

Sometimes Christians are faced with the alternatives of confessing Christ or denying him. Jesus warns that by denying him, one’s physical life may …

For whosoever will save his life
Life is a valuable thing, and all that a man has he will give for it; self preserva…

It is frequently noted how great crowds flocked to Christ for help in various situations. Everyone needs to understand this if they expect Him to h…