"The Way: Dying To Self" based on Matthew 16:23-26 - Pastor Myles Pitts

Send us Fan Mail This Sunday service message, "The Way: Dying to Self," delivered by Pastor Myles Pitts at Shady Grove Wesleyan Church on March 22, 2026, explores the countercultural Christian concept of self-denial based on Matthew 16:23-26.Key Themes and Highlights:The Danger of Self-Obsession : Pastor Pitts highlights how modern culture encourages a self-centered life—focused on personal desires, opinions, and social media validation—which contradicts the teachings of Jesus.The Path of True Discipleship : Based on the text, being a disciple means denying oneself, taking up the cross, and following Jesus. This requires mimicking the life of the Teacher, rather than picking and choosing comfortable parts of the faith.Crucified with Christ : Referencing Galatians 2:20, the message emphasizes that dying to self is not done alone, but with Christ. It is a daily process of clearing out selfish ambition to allow Christ to live through the believer.Practical Application: Pastor Pitts provides practical advice on how to live this out:Listen more to God and others instead of dominating conversations.Trust God's understanding over personal logic.Forgive others to resemble Christ.Submit personal dreams to God's will.The service concludes with a call to treat life not as a throne for self-worship, but as an altar for daily sacrifice to God. Shady Grove Info Click here for more https://www.shadygrove.net/events                                      FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/ShadyGroveWesleyanChurch