TEACHING THE WORD

A. Jesus disciples â?? Matthew 16:24 â?º Parallel Verses New International Version Then Jesus said to his disciples, "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. New Living Translation Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me. English Standard Version Then Jesus told his disciples, â??If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.