Q249. Those two passages together answer my question well. But could you now give me some specific examples of self-denial from those who have followed Christ in the past?
Certainly. Abel denied himself to the point of losing his life. Abraham denied himself by leaving his country and his father's household. Moses gave up a crown and a kingdom, along with all the comfort and security that came with them. Joseph denied himself by refusing the temptation of fleshly desire.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
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Genesis 4:8
“And Cain talked with Abel his brother: and it came to pass, when they were in the field, that Cain rose up against Abel his brother, and slew him.”
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Genesis 12:1-4
3
Hebrews 11:24-27
4
Genesis 39:7-9