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Robert Frost ended his famous poem “The Road Not Taken” with the words:Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by,And that has made all the difference.It just reminds me of the “two paths” motif we find in the biblical narrative, and the “Narrow Gate and difficult road” Jesus contrasted with the Broad and easy road most travel by. This Sunday, in our study of the Gospel of Matthew, we'll be reading chapter 8:18-22, where the story will give us examples of why the road of following Jesus is considered “narrow”.Jesus sure has an odd sense for how to achieve church-growth, doesn't he? I love how v18 reads in the Message: “When Jesus saw that a curious crowd was growing by the minute, he told his disciples to get him out of there to the other side of the lake.” Suddenly his ministry is becoming popular and attracting attention, and his response is to bail out immediately. Why do you think he did that?When faced with sudden popularity, Jesus doesn't begin the process of working the crowd and taking polls to see what will generate a greater favorability. He doesn't try to drum up as many supporters as he can by offering give-aways or doing his best to present himself as culturally hip. Nope. He does his best to evade the masses who have only a surfaced curiosity, and when some do seek to commit themselves to him, he does his best to dissuade them!Jesus was clearly not reading all the email articles that get sent to me. He's doing it all wrong, at least according to the experts. And they are experts – they seem to represent gigantic, massive and wealthy churches.v19-20 – Why do you think Jesus responds the way he does to the teacher of religious law who offers to join the cause? Jesus had places to sleep – he stayed with Lazarus in Bethany, he stayed at Peter's house in Capernaum…and Peter had a house to stay at. There is some hyperbole in this, but there is a sharp, deeply cutting message in it, especially to 21st Century American Christians. What message does this speak to you?V21-22 – On a scale of 1-10, with 1 being “not at all” and 11 being “this goes to 11”, how harsh does Jesus' response to the man who wants to bury his father seem to you? Why do you think Jesus would say that? What do you think the phrase “let the dead bury their dead” means? We'll take some time to gain a better understanding of his response by getting a clearer picture of the culture of that place and time, as well as some potential idioms that were in use.While this section of Scripture is challenging, my hope is that it will encourage us as well – persuading us to commit our all to the Savior of our lives.Click here for a pdf of the teaching slideshow.

We are travelers on road to the promised kingdom for God. There is a problem however, there is another road and we can see many others who are perfectly happy to travel it. Let's learn how our Savior carries us on the road to life and how to know if we have strayed from it. Readings from this service:Acts 4: 1-12Psalm 46: 1-3, 10-11Matthew 7: 13-14Thanks for listening! CONNECT with CCFC:Visit us on FacebookVisit our websiteDownload our app!

CHR. Here is a poor burdened sinner. I come from the City of Destruction, but am going to Mount Zion, that I may be delivered from the wrath to come. I would therefore, Sir, since I am informed that by this gate is the way thither, know if you are willing to let me in? GOOD-WILL. I am willing with all my heart, said he; and with that he opened the gate.

Join Better Dad bulletin: https://better-dad-bulletin.beehiiv.com/subscribeSubscribe to the Dynamic Daddy YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DynamicDaddyIn this episode of The Dynamic Daddy Podcast, I sit down with special guest Sage Howell for a powerful, down-to-earth conversation on fatherhood, faith, and building something that lasts.

Sermon on the Mount: Kingdom Culture Narrow Gate, Hard Road Matthew 7:13-14 Christ Church Kingwood July 27, 2025 Preacher: Patrick Wimberly

Dr. Charles Blackstock challenges believers to choose the narrow gate of surrendered obedience to Jesus, rejecting worldly reasoning and easy paths, and instead embracing God's divine guidance for a transformed life.

The Sermon on the Mount series. Sermon by Gaines Taylor. Matthew 7:13-23 - "Enter through the narrow gate..."

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WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/HbrjMZUcny8 What's keeping you from the narrow path? In Episode 312, Mark and Amber reflect on Matthew 7:13-14, drawing connections between spiritual truth, personal transformation, and their ongoing work in Christian filmmaking. They share updates from their latest screening, discuss upcoming plans in Colorado Springs, and explore how believers can shed spiritual baggage and boldly follow Christ. This episode will encourage and equip you to live fearlessly for truth in a culture that often chooses the wide road.

The Narrow Gate or the Broad way? Every one of us has only 2 choices we can make. And yet many people fall for the deception that they can live a worldly life and “switch” to the narrow way when they are older or have had their “fun”. Sadly, this belief is one that is held not just by the world but also by many Christians! Join Melissa as we study Matthew 7:13-14 and discuss how spiritual discernment can help us to choose wisely, stay on the right path AND finish well!

Send us a messageSeven centuries before Jesus ascended the hill on which He preached the Sermon on the Mount, the Prophet Joel described a valley which he called the Valley of Decision. Multitudes were gathered to that call.Up until today, decisions are still being made every day – some of them minor – and some of them major. But of all the decisions of life we find ourselves making – none are more important than whether one will enter the Narrow Gate that leads to Eternal Life – or the Wide Gate that leads to eternal destruction.Lord Jesus revealed these two Gates with the understanding that only one willgrant entrance to Heaven's Kingdom of Eternal Life – and that is the “NarrowGate.” But He also added that only a few will enter by it.As the Return of Jesus draws so very near, the Holy Spirit is raising up His Watchmen on the Wall with the cry of “Choose you this day who you will follow.”Only two gates are open – one to Eternal Life – and the other to eternal death.May the power of God's Grace help you to – Choose wisely!Support the showVisit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/

Welcome back to Catholic Girl on the Radio! I'm Rita, and in this episode, we dive into Part 2 of our powerful reflection on Matthew 7:1–5, with guidance from the brilliant commentary of Cornelius a Lapide and the wisdom of the Early Church Fathers.

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Here's Apostle Priji sharing the Word of God at HISnearness Church, Bangalore—revealing five divine doors through which people can encounter Jesus: offering living water, supernatural touch, interpreting the truth, hosting the Holy Spirit, and sharing your personal story. Get ready to be equipped and ignited to carry God's presence and lead others to the narrow gate of life.Be Blessed!

Jesus Followers Know the Cornerstone of Christianity Is: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” MESSAGE SUMMARY: Jesus is The Door and The Gate by which you must enter the Kingdom of God. In John 14:6-7, Jesus answers a question by the Apostle Thomas with the fundamental tenant of Christianity when He tells us all: “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you had known me, you would have known my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.'". Also, in John 10:9-10, Jesus tells us: “I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief {Satan} comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." Also, Jesus said, in Matthew 7:13-14, that He was "the Narrow Gate", and whomever enters the Kingdom through Him will be saved and have Eternal Life: {You} “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.". Jesus' Crucifixion and Resurrection are the events, of about two thousand years ago, that provided us all, by God's Grace, with access to The Narrow Gate, which is Jesus. Through Jesus' death on the cross for your sins and His Resurrection, He has given you eternal life, if you choose to enter The Narrow Gate. You may ask: “How do I enter this ‘Narrow Gate' of Jesus?”. By God's Grace you can enter Eternal Life, through Jesus, by your true belief and faith in Jesus as God along with your prayerful confession of your sins to God. With your belief, faith, and confession, you have entered through the narrow and only door to your Salvation. However and after your entry through the door, you must continue, in your faith and obedience, to follow Jesus – this is the only, and it is The Way provided by God's Grace through Jesus.     TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, help me to grab hold of you today. I need you. Set me free to begin reorienting my life around you, and you alone. Help me to pay attention to and honor how you have uniquely made me. Thank you for the gift of rest. In Jesus' name, amen.       Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 122). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, I will seek God's perspective on my situation. For I know that in all things God works together for good to those of us who love Him and are called according to His purpose. From Romans 8:28 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 7:21-23; Matthew 7:13-14; John 14:5-7; Psalms150:1-6; John 10:9-10. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Five Needs of Fathers” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Send us a textCan you imagine dying and standing in the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ?  Most of us can't even begin to picture what that would be like.  After listening to this podcast, you will long for the day when you do! New York Times best selling author John Burke returns to Finish Strong to discuss his brand- new book entitled Imagine the God of Heaven.  He shares fascinating stories of people who were clinically dead and found themselves standing in the presence of God.  They all came back to life and shared their thrilling encounters.  Many of these people had never read the Bible.  Yet they all described the same God written about in the scriptures.  Their stories point to a magnificent “Being of Brilliant Light” who was filled with unimaginable love, compassion and joy!John interviewed people from all walks of life and various faiths such as Hinduism, Islam and even atheism. Yet they all perfectly described the God of the Bible and many said they knew He was Jesus!  During their encounters they experienced more love, more peace and more joy than they could ever imagine.  Don't miss a minute of this podcast because you will hear about a very real God who offers you the joy, peace and love that you've always wanted!https://imagineheaven.net/Support the showFearless Faith Websiteffaith.orgTo leave a review - Open Finish Strong on the Apple Podcast app and scroll down until you see "Ratings & Reviews". There will be a link to click so that you can "Write A Review"FacebookYouTubeInstagram

The way to Salvation is not Broad and Wide...it's a Narrow Gate.

In today's HMS fellowship luncheon, MRO Chaplain Donnie Floyd speaks out of Matthew 7 about Entering at the Narrow Gate.  Take a listen and enjoy!

Continuing in our Red Letters Series, Donnie speaks today out of Matthew 7 about Entering at the Narrow Gate and how we as Christ followers need to persevere in this life he has called us to live!   Take a listen and enjoy!

What should we expect in terms of “comfort” from God as described in 2 Corinthians 3 ? What is the narrow gate that leads to life? The wide gate that leads to destruction? Have I missed the narrow gate? Or am I on the right track? Should I worry about being deleted from the Book of Life? What does “lawlessness” mean in Matthew 7:23?

Topics: The Real Greatest Commandment Explained, Context of Jesus' Greatest Commandment, Understanding Matthew 22:36-39, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Commandments, Why "Love God and Neighbor" Isn't the Christian's Greatest Commandment, The Impossibility of Perfectly Keeping the Law, Jesus' Audience: Legalists, Not Christians, The True Greatest Commandment for Believers, The Incorruptible Love of Reborn Christians, Ephesians 6:24 and Christian Love, 1 John 3:9 & 4:20 on Our Natural Love, Galatians 5:22-23 and the Fruit of the Spirit, The Significance of "In the Law" for Commandments, Romans 6:14 and Our Freedom from Law, Galatians 3:12 & 23-25, The Law Being Obsolete, 2 Corinthians 3:6: The Ministry of the Spirit vs. the Law, Hebrews 8:6 & 13: The Better New Covenant, The Law's Purpose: To Show Need for Jesus, Galatians 3:10 and the Curse of Not Obeying All Law, Failing One Commandment Means Failing All, Hebrews 9:22 & 10:3-4, Animal Blood's Insufficiency, Hebrews 6:1 & 7:25, Repentance from Dead Works to Christ's Life, John 14:6 & 1 John 5:11-13, Life Through Jesus, Matthew 7:13-14, The Narrow Gate of Grace, John 10:9: Jesus as the Gate to Salvation, The New Commandment: Love as Jesus Loved (John 13:34), Deuteronomy 4:2: No Adding to or Subtracting from Law, John 19:30: Jesus Completing the Law, Allowing Christ's Spirit to Live Through Us, The Branch Life, Dependence on the Vine Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Matthew 7:12–14 contains two of Jesus most famous Sermon on the Mount sayings: the golden rule (v. 12) and his teaching on the wide and the narrow gate (vv. 13–14). Taken to heart, these exhortations rescue us from pursuing a life of ease and help us to die to self, take up our cross, and daily follow him. We consider two things from these verses: 1. Christian Love (v. 12) 2. The Way to Life (vv. 13–14)

Send us a textBecome a part of our tribe and help us glorify His kingdom all around the world.Freestyle, unedited, unscripted, raw, real...from the heart.The narrow gate. Many have been called, only few have been chosen. Like most people, I followed the wide gate, the wordly gate, the gate, the path that leads to nothing but destruction and heartache. And because of my stubborn ways, I continued to repeat the cycle for years, and yet still wondered why I had no peace, no lasting joy, no freedom.But one day, by the grace of God I was found. I was introduced to Jesus. I surrendered my life and suddenly things began to change. Not necessarily things around me, but inside me. I began to see the world from a different perspective; I began to see the wickedness and perversion. I began to understand why I always felt so empty chasing after temporary highs. The love of Jesus radically changed my heart and not long after I found myself on the narrow path chasing after a God that created me with purpose for a purpose. I pray through this recording that you too are lead to the narrow path and never look back. Be Bold. Be Brave. Be You.Shine Your Light. https://www.girl-vibes.com/

It's what we all need to do.

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our Sermon on the Mount series.There are moments in life when thinking about decisions isn't enough—when you have to choose. In Matthew 7, Jesus brings us to exactly that crossroads.He presents us with two clear paths: a narrow gate opening to a hard road, leading to real life, or a wide gate leading down an easy road, ultimately ending in ruin. Faith in Jesus isn't just a one-time moment—it's also a continuous journey of choosing to follow Him, even when it's difficult. Today, Jesus asks us directly: "Are you in?"Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on May 11, 2025, at 9:30am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments00:00 Welcome01:07 Message: Choosing the Path of Faith07:00 The Narrow Gate and the Hard Road13:06 Striving for the Narrow Door17:07 The Narrow Gate: An Invitation for All22:33 The Hard Path: Living Out Jesus' Teachings26:10 Final Reflections: Making the Decision

Matthew 7:7-14 | Simon Murphy11 May 2025

Thadd considers Jesus' words in Matthew 7:13-20. 

Matt teaches on how Jesus is the only way through the narrow gate and being intentional on living out the Truth that is Jesus

Many say they follow Yeshua—but few actually walk the path that leads to life. In this urgent and sobering message, we examine what it really means to walk the narrow path: a life of obedience, sacrifice, and holiness—not mere belief. Are you truly walking the way Yeshua walked, or have you settled for a version of faith that requires no transformation?Let us know what you think! - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HFLD9XWRead the transcript at https://119ministries.com/narrowpathaudioNote: All sermons are written and produced by 119 Ministries. To share these teachings more consistently—without compromising other projects—we use high-quality synthetic narration. While a human voice would be ideal, this format allows us to deliver more content effectively. If this style isn't for you, we invite you to explore our regular video teachings.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: 1 Sam 23; Ps 31,54; Matt 7 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's special Easter Sunday episode, Heather guides us through day 110 of our journey in the scriptures, reminding us of the hope and joy found in the resurrection—He is risen indeed! Together with listeners from around the world, we dive into First Samuel 23, Psalm 31, Psalm 54, and Matthew 7, seeking to see Jesus as the true source of life. Heather offers thoughtful reflection on what it means to live out the gospel, emphasizing that Christ's transforming love is a gift we receive, not something we earn. As we pray and meditate on God's word, we're encouraged to trust our good Father, live with love and courage, and let the joy of the Lord be our strength. Join us as we meditate, pray, and celebrate the risen life of Christ together. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught, yet only a few seem to find it. Only one truly lived that way. He is the door through which we must pass in order for that kind of life to be possible for us. But the gateway to life is very narrow, and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it. Unless we die to our own efforts and come to Jesus for that life, we will miss the kingdom entirely. The road is difficult because it requires us to die to our own selfish way of life. That is why few ever find it. He is the gate into kingdom life. Living a life where we are doing unto others what we would like them to do to us is the gospel working itself out in us. The spirit of Christ transforms our very character, and that is a gift from our good father. It's not something earned, strived for, or sweated out to obtain. No. It's a gift from God. It's a gift accomplished for humanity on the cross. His resurrection life in and for us is what we are celebrating this Easter day. As children, we are to trust our good father. He won't give us a snake if we ask for a fish. He knows how to give good gifts that get to the essence of our very life and come after our heart. He is a good father who gives his children good gifts. This is the good news, the gospel. Ours is to wake up to the reality that he is the good thing, our true life that alone can transform us from the inside out. Ours is to welcome the gospel that transforms us, making us people that love our neighbor as ourselves. We are to seek, knock, find, and pursue him with all our heart, mind, strength, and soul by the power of his Spirit. Then we will begin to experience the heart of our good Father, and he will produce in us the good fruit of good trees. He empowers us to live the way we were always intended to live. Allow God, through his spirit, to transform you. His life in you is what makes you a good tree that produces good fruit. Live with the awareness that your father is good. May that be our prayer and our pursuit today. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Join host Andrew Bartolotta on the cityCURRENT Show as we dive into a powerful conversation with Weston Brann and Charlie Peters from Narrow Gate, a life-changing organization guiding young men to encounter Christ and discover their true purpose.Learn how Narrow Gate combines Christian mentorship, community living, and hands-on craftsmanship training to equip young men to overcome personal challenges, build resilience, and uncover their true potential. Through powerful personal stories, Weston and Charlie share how Narrow Gate not only transformed their lives spiritually but also prepared them for impactful careers through ventures like Narrow Gate Coffee and Narrow Gate Leather. Whether you're a leader seeking inspiration, someone navigating personal or professional crossroads, or simply passionate about transformative change, this conversation demonstrates how authentic faith and targeted skill-building can empower the next generation of purpose-driven leaders.Learn more: https://narrowgate.org/  

This is an important message for all who love and travel with Jubilee. God is doing a new thing, we must forget the old, and let God do the shifts in our hearts, homes, souls, and imaginations, so we can behold and know it. There it is, being known again. The post Through the Narrow Gate appeared first on Jubilee Church.

"The Narrow Gate"Series: Sermon on the Mount Speaker: Nick LauerSunday MorningDate: 16th March 2025Passage: Matthew 7:12-14

Amie Rogers joins me on the podcast today and shares the word for 2025 God gave her to steward.    Here are just some of the nuggets this Narrow Gate word contains:    This current season has been and appears to be a continual and seemingly unrelenting onslaught of difficulties. It is the war at the threshold. We are approaching a season change with The Lord. Keep holding on a bit longer; remembering you are mighty in the Lord and Victory is His finished work He is walking you through and to. This new season of The Lord is not being entered into flippantly. It is not a wide opening; it is low, humble and narrow. This new season of The Lord will be a collision of Nehemiah and Joseph. What Holy Spirit has been showing me is long-awaited AND matured dreams beginning to be built; not for personal gain or glory but strategic preparedness for a season of famine that is yet to come. Join us as we unpack and discuss the many facets of this Narrow Gate Season word.   You can connect with Amie here: https://rawandrealministries.com/ Did you know that under the FREEBIES section on my website that I have 2 free 6-week video based Bible Studies on two of my books?  Yep, that is right, head over to the website to gain access to these FREE videos and more. The TWO books are: The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement and The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement Bible Study.    You can order my books on my website here: https://debbiekitterman.com/ click on the store tab and choose the book(s) you would like to view under the book tab.   OR on Amazon here using my affiliate links:    Releasing God's Heart through Hearing His Voice:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615316220/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20 The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement: Hearing the Word of God for Others:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/0800798864/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement Bible Study: Living a Lifestyle of Encouragment  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B083J3RCYP/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   Symbolism Reference Guode & Dream Journal: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0984012346/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20   Legacy: The Lost Art of Blessing  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNJNNHKY/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20  

Liturgy Sermon @ St. Theodore Coptic Orthodox Church, Hendersonville -TN ~ March 8, 2025

Missionary to Uganda John Paul Stepanian preaches a sermon from Matthew 7 verses 13 and 14 on what it means to enter by the narrow gate.

When we deeply desire something, our human tendency is to give it our all, isn't it? We explore every possible way to achieve that dream, attain that desired thing, or reach that longed-for destination.In the next three weeks, this new series will help us look deeper into understanding what it truly means to love God and have a personal relationship with Him, a lifelong journey of faith and discipleship.

When we deeply desire something, our human tendency is to give it our all, isn't it? We explore every possible way to achieve that dream, attain that desired thing, or reach that longed-for destination.In the next three weeks, this new series will help us look deeper into understanding what it truly means to love God and have a personal relationship with Him, a lifelong journey of faith and discipleship.

Giong Through the Narrow GateNot knownig I'm making a differenceWhy am I told to fear God

Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today's readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus's directive to each one of us: "[You] Strive to enter through the narrow gate." In the second part of today's commentary, Fr. Mike reflects on two of Jesus' most well-known parables: the parable of the Lost Sheep and the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today's readings are Luke 13-16 and Proverbs 26:10-12. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.