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Luke 9:24
For whoever wants to save their life will lose it,
but whoever loses their life for me will save it.
[New International Version]
This verse conveys a powerful spiritual paradox about self-sacrifice and devotion.
Jesus teaches that those who cling to their own lives—focusing on self-preservation, worldly success, or personal gain—will ultimately lose what truly matters.
In contrast, those willing to “lose” their lives, meaning they prioritize Jesus and his teachings over their desires, will find true, lasting life in him. The verse emphasizes that genuine fulfillment and eternal life come not through self-centered living but through dedication to a higher purpose in Jesus.
It calls us to trust that giving up selfish ambitions for Christ will lead to a deeper, more meaningful life.
