Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Matthew 16:24 in English Standard Version "Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." Mt 10:38 And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. 2Ti 2:12 if we endure, we will also reign with him; if we deny him, he also will deny us;