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Chapter 16

Matthew 16:24

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Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.

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Nehemiah 12:30 Matthew 10:38

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Philippians 3:17 2 Nephi 31:12 2 Nephi 31:13

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Philippians 3:17

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2 Nephi 31:12

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Doctrine and Covenants 112:14

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- **Covenant of Love** — Aileen H. Clyde (April 1995) · Alludes to
  The Joseph Smith Translation of Matthew 16 brings clarity to distinctions that Christ’s disciples need to understand:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/covenant-of-love?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **To the Women of the Church** — Howard W. Hunter (October 1992) · Alludes to
  As the scriptures counsel, “Be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work.” (D&C 64:33.) Remember the promise of the Savior that kindly deeds done in secret shall one day be openly rewarded by our Father in Heaven.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/10/to-the-women-of-the-church?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Seeking Eternal Riches** — Spencer W. Kimball (April 1976) · Alludes to
  And then as I have heard the many sermons throughout this conference, a number of times Matthew 16 has been quoted.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/seeking-eternal-riches?lang=eng&id=p59#p59

- **Lost Luggage, Redeemed Souls** — Gary E. Stevenson (April 2026) · Reference
  By motivating, teaching, and encouraging our young people to receive the holy name of Jesus Christ in their hearts and minds, to joyfully take up the cross of Christ, and to walk in holiness as His disciples and emissaries.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/23stevenson?lang=eng&id=p_pcTYV#p_pcTYV

- **Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives** — Jose L. Alonso (April 2024) · Reference
  As we diligently seek spiritual guidance, we embark on a deeply transformative odyssey that strengthens our testimonies.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/24alonso?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **Lifted Up upon the Cross** — Jeffrey R. Holland (October 2022) · Quote
  > “If any man [or woman] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow
  Lastly, we remind ourselves that President Gordon B.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/41holland?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **That They Might Know Thee** — Jonathan S. Schmitt (October 2022) · Reference
  Dear brothers and sisters, Jesus wants for us to know Him because His is the only name under heaven whereby we can be saved.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/53schmitt?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **Fear Not: Believe Only!** — Jeffrey R. Holland (April 2022) · Reference
  Of course, in our present day, tremendously difficult issues face any disciple of Jesus Christ.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/23holland?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **Take Up Our Cross** — Ulisses Soares (October 2019) · Reference
  “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/55soares?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

- **Exercising Our Spiritual Muscles** — Juan Pablo Villar (April 2019) · Reference
  During those hours together, my brother and his companion did not spend a single minute teaching a lesson exclusively to me, yet I gained more knowledge than in all my previous conversations with him.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/52villar?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **For Him** — Joy D. Jones (October 2018) · Reference
  When serving our God becomes our main priority in life, we lose ourselves, and in due course, we find ourselves.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/for-him?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **The Language of the Gospel** — Valeri V. Cordón (April 2017) · Reference
  No achievement in this life, important as it may be, will be relevant if we lose the language of the gospel in our families.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/04/the-language-of-the-gospel?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

- **“If Ye Had Known Me”** — David A. Bednar (October 2016) · Quote
  > and me, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow
  The Savior likewise instructs you and me, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.” To take up one’s cross is to deny oneself of all ungodliness and every worldly lust and to keep the commandments of the Lord.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/if-ye-had-known-me?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **Come, Join with Us** — Dieter F. Uchtdorf (October 2013) · Reference
  I plead with all who hear or read these words: Come, join with us.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/come-join-with-us?lang=eng&id=p65#p65

- **We Believe in Being Chaste** — David A. Bednar (April 2013) · Alludes to
  In contrast, the “man [or woman] of Christ” (Helaman 3:29) is spiritual and bridles all passions (see Alma 38:12), is temperate and restrained, and is benevolent and selfless.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/we-believe-in-being-chaste?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **Sacrifice** — Dallin H. Oaks (April 2012) · Alludes to
  “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it” (Matthew 16:24–25).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/sacrifice?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

- **“Repent … That I May Heal You”** — Neil L. Andersen (October 2009) · Quote
  > Jesus said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow
  For most, repentance is more a journey than a one-time event.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/repent-that-i-may-heal-you?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **Unselfish Service** — Dallin H. Oaks (April 2009) · Alludes to
  “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it” (Matthew 16:24–25; see also Matthew 10:39).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/unselfish-service?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Winning the War against Evil** — James J. Hamula (October 2008) · Reference
  Third, obey the word of the Lord as it is given to you.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/winning-the-war-against-evil?lang=eng&id=p27#p27

- **The Twelve** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2008) · Reference
  He bid them all, “Come, follow me.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/04/the-twelve?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **“Come, Follow Me”** — William W. Parmley (October 2003) · Alludes to
  We are disciples of Jesus Christ.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/come-follow-me?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go** — Dallin H. Oaks (October 2002) · Alludes to
  “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/i-ll-go-where-you-want-me-to-go?lang=eng&id=p59#p59

- **“Exceeding Great and Precious Promises”** — Howard W. Hunter (October 1994) · Alludes to
  To those who are hurt or are struggling and afraid, we say, let us stand with you and dry your tears.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/exceeding-great-and-precious-promises?lang=eng&id=p22#p22

- **“What Manner of Men Ought Ye to Be?”** — Howard W. Hunter (April 1994) · Alludes to
  Only Christ can be our ideal, our “bright and morning star” (Rev.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/04/what-manner-of-men-ought-ye-to-be?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory** — James E. Faust (April 1991) · Quote
  > is, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me”
  The call of Jesus Christ to each of us is, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/a-crown-of-thorns-a-crown-of-glory?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **The Joy of the Penetrating Light** — F. Enzio Busche (October 1984) · Alludes to
  “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/10/the-joy-of-the-penetrating-light?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **This Is a Day of Sacrifice** — Ezra Taft Benson (April 1979) · Alludes to
  “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/this-is-a-day-of-sacrifice?lang=eng&id=p40#p40

- **Sacrifice: Missionary-Style** — Adney Y. Komatsu (October 1977) · Alludes to
  “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/10/sacrifice-missionary-style?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

Covenant of Love

Aileen H. Clyde April 1995 Saturday Afternoon Session

The Joseph Smith Translation of Matthew 16 brings clarity to distinctions that Christ’s disciples need to understand:

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To the Women of the Church

Howard W. Hunter October 1992 General Women’s Meeting

As the scriptures counsel, “Be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work.” (D&C 64:33.) Remember the promise of the Savior that kindly deeds done in secret shall one day be openly rewarded by our Father in Heaven.

Alludes to High confidence
Seeking Eternal Riches

Spencer W. Kimball April 1976 Tuesday Afternoon Session

And then as I have heard the many sermons throughout this conference, a number of times Matthew 16 has been quoted.

Alludes to High confidence
Lost Luggage, Redeemed Souls

Gary E. Stevenson April 2026 Saturday Afternoon Session

By motivating, teaching, and encouraging our young people to receive the holy name of Jesus Christ in their hearts and minds, to joyfully take up the cross of Christ, and to walk in holiness as His disciples and emissaries.

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Jesus Christ at the Center of Our Lives

Jose L. Alonso April 2024 Saturday Afternoon Session

As we diligently seek spiritual guidance, we embark on a deeply transformative odyssey that strengthens our testimonies.

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Lifted Up upon the Cross

Jeffrey R. Holland October 2022 Sunday Morning Session

“If any man [or woman] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow

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That They Might Know Thee

Jonathan S. Schmitt October 2022 Sunday Afternoon Session

Dear brothers and sisters, Jesus wants for us to know Him because His is the only name under heaven whereby we can be saved.

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Fear Not: Believe Only!

Jeffrey R. Holland April 2022 Saturday Afternoon Session

Of course, in our present day, tremendously difficult issues face any disciple of Jesus Christ.

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Take Up Our Cross

Ulisses Soares October 2019 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?

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Exercising Our Spiritual Muscles

Juan Pablo Villar April 2019 Sunday Afternoon Session

During those hours together, my brother and his companion did not spend a single minute teaching a lesson exclusively to me, yet I gained more knowledge than in all my previous conversations with him.

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For Him

Joy D. Jones October 2018 General Women’s Session

When serving our God becomes our main priority in life, we lose ourselves, and in due course, we find ourselves.

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The Language of the Gospel

Valeri V. Cordón April 2017 Saturday Afternoon Session

No achievement in this life, important as it may be, will be relevant if we lose the language of the gospel in our families.

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“If Ye Had Known Me”

David A. Bednar October 2016 Sunday Afternoon Session

and me, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow

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Come, Join with Us

Dieter F. Uchtdorf October 2013 Saturday Morning Session

I plead with all who hear or read these words: Come, join with us.

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We Believe in Being Chaste

David A. Bednar April 2013 Saturday Afternoon Session

In contrast, the “man [or woman] of Christ” (Helaman 3:29) is spiritual and bridles all passions (see Alma 38:12), is temperate and restrained, and is benevolent and selfless.

Alludes to High confidence
Sacrifice

Dallin H. Oaks April 2012 Saturday Morning Session

“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it” (Matthew 16:24–25).

Alludes to High confidence
“Repent … That I May Heal You”

Neil L. Andersen October 2009 Saturday Afternoon Session

Jesus said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow

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Unselfish Service

Dallin H. Oaks April 2009 Sunday Afternoon Session

“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it” (Matthew 16:24–25; see also Matthew 10:39).

Alludes to High confidence
Winning the War against Evil

James J. Hamula October 2008 Priesthood Session

Third, obey the word of the Lord as it is given to you.

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The Twelve

Boyd K. Packer April 2008 Sunday Morning Session

He bid them all, “Come, follow me.”

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“Come, Follow Me”

William W. Parmley October 2003 Sunday Afternoon Session

We are disciples of Jesus Christ.

Alludes to High confidence
I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go

Dallin H. Oaks October 2002 Sunday Morning Session

“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?

Alludes to High confidence
“Exceeding Great and Precious Promises”

Howard W. Hunter October 1994 Saturday Morning Session

To those who are hurt or are struggling and afraid, we say, let us stand with you and dry your tears.

Alludes to High confidence
“What Manner of Men Ought Ye to Be?”

Howard W. Hunter April 1994 Sunday Morning Session

Only Christ can be our ideal, our “bright and morning star” (Rev.

Alludes to High confidence
A Crown of Thorns, a Crown of Glory

James E. Faust April 1991 Sunday Morning Session

is, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me”

Quote High confidence
The Joy of the Penetrating Light

F. Enzio Busche October 1984 Saturday Afternoon Session

“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
This Is a Day of Sacrifice

Ezra Taft Benson April 1979 Saturday Afternoon Session

“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence
Sacrifice: Missionary-Style

Adney Y. Komatsu October 1977 Saturday Afternoon Session

“For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt.

Alludes to High confidence

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Jesus Christ
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Take, Took, Taken

Joseph Smith Translation

Break not my commandments for to save your lives; for whosoever will save his life in this world, shall lose it in the world to come.

Matthew 16:27
And whosoever will lose his life in this world, for my sake, shall find it in the world to come.

Matthew 16:28

Jesus the Christ

Chapter 35: Death and Burial

James E. Talmage

Crucifixion.—“It was unanimously considered the most horrible form of death.

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