S6E6 - Deny Yourself, Take Up Your Cross: A Gospel Reflection on Matthew 16:24–28

In this episode of The Columban Way, we explore one of Jesus’ most challenging and transformative teachings: “If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me.” Drawing from Matthew 16:24–28, we unpack what self‑denial truly means, how the cross becomes the meeting place between our will and God’s will, and why Christ’s question—“What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?”—cuts through every modern illusion.

Rooted in the wisdom of the Church Fathers and the Celtic saints, this reflection invites lis...