Matthew 10:39

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

If you try to save your life, you will lose it. But if you give it up for me, you will find it.

Cross References

Luke 17:33

People who try to save their lives will lose them, and those who lose their lives will save them.

Luke 9:24

If you want to save your life, you will destroy it. But if you give up your life for me, you will save it.

John 12:25

If you love your life, you will lose it. If you give it up in this world, you will be given eternal life.

Revelation 2:10

Don't worry about what you will suffer. The devil will throw some of you into jail, and you will be tested and made to suffer for ten days. But if you are faithful until you die, I will reward you with a glorious life.