Self

What does it mean to deny yourself and follow Jesus when His teaching challenges what you want?

We can sincerely confess Jesus as Lord and still insist on having our own way. Pride can make it hard to receive correction. Fear can keep us silent when we should speak. The desire for approval can shape whom we serve and why.

In Self: The Hidden Hindrance to True Discipleship, Brisibe (Bob) Nabena explores how the desire to govern our own lives competes with Christ's direction. Across sixteen chapters, he connects biblical teaching to everyday choices about work, money, relationships, leadership, and forgiveness. He also explains how denying self can go hand in hand with honouring the dignity God gave us, setting wise boundaries, and taking responsibility for our choices.

Each chapter includes Scripture readings, five reflection questions, a practice for the week, and a closing prayer. Designed for personal study and discipleship groups, the book invites readers to take concrete steps of obedience while depending on God's grace and the help of the Holy Spirit.

Book 10 in the Foundations of Christian Discipleship Series.