The Road

Matthew 7:13-14 “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it.”.

A Contrasting Challenge A Wide Gate A Small Gate Broad Road Narrow Road Leads to Destruction Leads to Life Many Enter through It. Few Find It.

Specific Instructions Enter through the Narrow Gate. Only a Few Find It. “Here on this Holy ground You made a way for peace Laying your body down.”

Slowing Down Slow Down the Car. Look at the Signs Ask yourself what road you’re on.

Corresponding Text Matthew 7:21-23 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father.” “Belief is more than something we confess with our mouths; it’s something we confess with our lives.”

Corresponding Text Matthew 7:21-23 “Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy . . . drive out demons . . . perform many miracles.” “The assumption is that what we do alone moves us down the narrow road. . . No matter what you accomplish for the Kingdom, that’s not what makes you a true follower.”

Corresponding Text Matthew 7:21-23 “Then I will tell them plainly, “I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers.” “I just don’t feel like I even knew you.”

Your Relationship Road Where are you on your road? What do you see on your road? How are you experiencing relationship on your road? Are you journeying with Jesus? Do you know Jesus, and does Jesus know you?