Chapter 21: Myth—Everybody Gets To Go

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Myth—Everybody Gets To Go

Be Counted Worthy Of The Kingdom!

“Which is manifest evidence of the righteous judgment of God, that you may be counted worthy of the kingdom of

God, for which you also suffer.” 2 Thess. 1:5

The Lord Preserves The Righteous For The Kingdom!

“And the Lord will deliver me from every evil work and preserve me for His heavenly kingdom. To Him be [the] glory forever and ever. Amen!” 2 Tim. 4:18

Serve God With Reverence And Fear For The Kingdom!

If you’ve received the kingdom of God, then serve Him with reverence!

“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us have grace, by which we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear.” Hebrews 12:28

I have given you highlights on Jesus’ kingdom of God and of Heaven teachings. Also are many of Paul’s teachings, which mirror those of Jesus. Many of Jesus’ cited verses are long parables and it is impractical for me to

provide a thorough teaching to you on this subject. It is worthy of an entire book by itself. Still, I have given you the main kernels of truth you need to hear and you are now able to study for yourself the details given in each of the Scripture references.

Why did Jesus preach the kingdom of God? The law and the prophets had become somewhat meaningless teachings and a lot of the spiritual leadership no longer even believed in a resurrection. Christ came back to

reinforce two facts. First, God Almighty is real and you should take His Word seriously and into your heart. Second, God’s kingdom is also real and the righteous will be going there from all nations. And of course, Christ’s human sacrifice reconciled “the world” and gave us God’s Holy Spirit in

abundance for all whose heart is made right with Him through a choice!