Christian Asceticism
Definition
Discipleship requires the rejection of the natural will, readiness for deprivation and death for Christ’s sake, and following Him in His self-renunciation
Episodes
Related Concepts
- Self-Denial And Bearing The Cross
- Spiritual Worship
Biblical References
- Matthew 10:6 — *Go instead to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. *
- Matthew 10:10 — *no bag for the journey; or an extra tunic or sandals or staff; for the worker deserves his provisions. *
- Matthew 10:23 — *Whenever they persecute you in one town, flee to another! I tell you the truth, you will not finish going through all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. *
- Matthew 10:24 — *“A disciple is not greater than his teacher, nor a slave greater than his master. *
- Matthew 10:26 — *“Do not be afraid of them, for nothing is hidden that will not be revealed, and nothing is secret that will not be made known. *
- Mark 6:12 — *So they went out and preached that all should repent. *