Chapter 21: Myth—Everybody Gets To Go

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Myth—Everybody Gets To Go

Kingdom Requires Repentance!

“From that time Jesus began to preach and to say, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of Heaven is at hand.’ ” Matthew 4:17

Kingdom Belongs To Humble Spirits!

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.” Matthew 5:3

Kingdom Belongs To The Righteous!

“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.” Matthew 5:10

Kingdom Entry Has A Minimum Righteousness Standard!

“For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of Heaven.” Matthew 5:20

Kingdom Belongs To God Almighty, Not Jesus!

Jesus said, “Your kingdom come. Your will be done. On

earth as it is in Heaven.” Matthew 6:10

Jesus said, “For YOURS is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” Matthew 6:13

First Seek God’s Kingdom And His Righteousness!

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Matthew 6:33