Why did Jesus charge his disciples not to reveal his Christly identity in verse 30? How is it related to his saying that he “must” suffer many things in verse 31?

If you remain only one to two years’ time to live, how will you make good use of your precious time?

Jesus predicted his suffering before the disciples for three times (Mark 8:31, 9:31, 10:32-34). Why did he repeat the same message over and over to the disciples?

Why did Jesus rebuke Peter as Satan?

What does “denying oneself” mean to you?

When the Lord challenges you to take up your own cross, how will you interpret it in your own situation?

Try to interpret verse 35 with the two parables in Matt 13:44-46. What conclusion can you draw?

How did Jesus put verse 35 into application? (Phil 2:7-11)

Examine Matt 6:19-21. With respect to what you are currently pursuing in your life, what reflection do you have?

Do you think you can pursue the earthly treasure and the heavenly treasure simultaneously? Why?