You Got to Lose to Win

In this message, Pastor Matt Troyer teaches from Mark 8:34–38, unpacking what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus. He explains that following Jesus is an open invitation—anyone can come—but it comes with a clear cost. Jesus calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him, which means surrendering personal desires, embracing sacrifice, and aligning every part of life under His leadership.Throughout the message, Troyer emphasizes that discipleship is not just a belief, but a complete identity shift. It impacts how we live, what we value, and how we respond to everyday situations. Using practical examples and biblical insight, he challenges listeners to consider where they may be holding back from fully following Jesus.The message builds to a central tension:You can try to hold onto your life and lose it, or surrender it to Jesus and truly find it.The takeaway is clear:Following Jesus is costly—but the reward of real life, both now and eternally, is worth everything.