Matthew 16:24-28

International Children’s Bible

²⁴ Then Jesus said to his followers, “If anyone wants to follow me, he must say ‘no’ to the things he wants. He must be willing even to die on a cross, and he must follow me. ²⁵ Whoever wants to save his life will give up true life. And whoever gives up his life for me will have true life. ²⁶ It is worth nothing for a man to have the whole world if he loses his soul. He could never pay enough to buy back his soul. ²⁷ The Son of Man will come again with his Father’s glory and with his angels. At that time, he will reward everyone for what he has done. ²⁸ I tell you the truth. There are some people standing here who, before they die, will see the Son of Man coming with his kingdom.”