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The Desire of Ages
DA 410.1–412.1 • Matthew 16:16, 18, 24, 26

“The Foreshadowing of the Cross”

The Living Rock Foundation, Self-Denial, and Joyful Cross-Bearing

In the shadow of Mount Hermon, Peter proclaimed Christ as the Son of the Living God. Upon this unshakeable Rock, Christ declared His church is built, before unfolding the mystery of the cross and calling every disciple to deny self and follow Him.

pp. 410–412 · 9 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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Matthew 16:16
16

And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.

Matthew 16:18
18

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.

Matthew 16:24
24

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.

Matthew 16:26
26

For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?

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End of Day 1(DA 410.1–412.1)

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“In what way is Jesus Christ Himself—the Living Rock—the sole foundation of the church, and how does this anchor our faith in times of crisis?”

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“Lord Jesus, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God! Build our lives upon Thee, our eternal Rock. Grant us strength to take up our cross daily and follow Thy footsteps.”

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