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[[Lent]] is a period of self-denial followed by most [[Christians]]. | [[Lent]] is a period of self-denial followed by most [[Christians]]. | ||
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| + | == Bible verses on self-denial == | ||
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| + | * "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." - Matthew 16:24 | ||
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| + | * "But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord." - Philippians 3:7–8 | ||
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| + | Other Bible verses: | ||
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| + | *[https://www.openbible.info/topics/self_denial Self Denial Bible verses], | ||
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[[category:Christianity]] | [[category:Christianity]] | ||
Revision as of 19:51, March 6, 2025
Self-denial includes fasting and other forms of sacrifice, typically for God or self-improvement.
Lent is a period of self-denial followed by most Christians.
Bible verses on self-denial
- "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." - Matthew 16:24
- "But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord." - Philippians 3:7–8
Other Bible verses: