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Two Kinds of Life
Commentators explain that Jesus presents a paradox by using the word "life" in two distinct ways. To prioritize and "save" one's physical, earthly life by denying Him is to ultimately "lose" one's true, eternal life. Conversely, to be willing to "lose" one's physical life for Christ is to truly "save" or find eternal life.
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AT Robertson
On Mark 8:35
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…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 8:35
19th Century
Bishop
And the gospel’s.—In St. Matthew we find simply for Me. The addition is significant, as showing that though our Lord dema…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 8:35
Sometimes Christians are faced with the alternatives of confessing Christ or denying him. Jesus warns that by denying him, one’s physical life may …
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John Gill
On Mark 8:35
17th Century
Pastor
For whosoever will save his life
Life is a valuable thing, and all that a man has he will give for it; self preserva…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 8:34–38
17th Century
Minister
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…