Put Others Before Self

Read Mark 8:34–38

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Reflection

Just a while ago, Peter declared that Jesus was the Anointed One. Then Jesus told His disciples something totally unexpected. He spoke about the day that He would die. What shocked His disciples more was the manner of His death — death on a cross. He was to be crucified like a common criminal. Then, crucifixion was meant for non-Roman citizens. Those condemned had to…