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During the Bright Parade, a conversation with non-Catholic preachers led to an important question: Does Jesus really say we don't need to do anything because He's already done it all?   In this homily, we explore what Scripture actually teaches about salvation, free will, and striving to enter through the narrow gate. St. Paul reminds us that following Christ is like running a race—something that requires effort, perseverance, and cooperation with God's grace.   The Catholic Church, universal and welcoming from east to west and north to south, invites everyone to this great adventure: responding daily to God's grace and proclaiming the Good News to the whole world.  

Dive deep into Matthew 7:13-14 with Jon Rhoades on Biblically Literate Episode 4! Discover what Jesus really meant by "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." As the Children and Family Minister at First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana, Jon unpacks the Sermon on the Mount in its original context, connecting it to the broader story of Scripture like Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalms 1, Proverbs' Lady Wisdom vs Lady Folly, Isaiah 59:7-8, and Zephaniah 3:3.Explore key biblical concepts: the Golden Rule, Law and Prophets, fulfilling the Law, remazim (intentional nods to Old Testament passages), chiastic structure, heart transformation over outward obedience, the way of peace (shalom), false prophets as ravenous wolves, and the paradox of Jesus' easy yoke amid hardship (thlibo meaning affliction). Learn how Jesus critiques Pharisees' superficial righteousness and calls for genuine fruit-bearing faith, echoing James 2:14-17 and Matthew 5:20.Jon draws parallels to stories like the 12 spies in the Promised Land (Joshua and Caleb's faith), Moses' commands, and God's inclusive invitation yet exclusive truth in John 14:6 and Ezekiel 18:32. This isn't just Bible study—it's an invitation to examine your path: Are you on the narrow way of denying self, relying on God, and experiencing eternal rest, or the wide gate of cultural acceptance and destruction?Perfect for anyone seeking to become more Biblically Literate! Whether you're studying God's word, exploring Tanakh connections (Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim), or wrestling with spiritual principles like blessing vs curse, life vs death, this episode reveals God's nature as a holy, merciful Father desiring transformed hearts.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro & KidZone Story (Israelites, 12 Spies, Joshua, Caleb)2:45 - Sermon on the Mount Context (Matthew 5-7, Luke's Sermon on the Plain)5:30 - Golden Rule & Law and Prophets (Matthew 7:12, 5:17)8:15 - Fulfilling the Law: Heart vs Checklist (No Murder/Adultery Expanded)12:00 - Two Paths Tradition (Deuteronomy, Psalms, Proverbs, Remazim)16:20 - Isaiah, Shalom, Jesus' Yoke (Matthew 11:28-30)20:10 - Beatitudes & Persecution (Matthew 5:3-12)23:45 - False Prophets & Fruits (Matthew 7:15-20, Jeremiah 23, Zephaniah)27:30 - Narrow Gate as Jesus Himself (John 14:6, Ezekiel 18:32)30:00 - Application & Closing InvitationSubscribe for more episodes unpacking Scripture in context! Have questions or verse requests? Email jrhoades@fccbrazil.org or comment below. Listen on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube. #NarrowGate #Matthew71314 #SermonOnTheMount #BibleStudy #BiblicallyLiterate #JesusTeaching #OldTestamentConnections #HeartTransformation #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

“The Two Paths” - a lesson on living a life that leads to life and salvation, and a warning against the things that would lure a person to the broad road. Music: “O Christ the Narrow Gate.” Lyrics by Toby Logsdon. Performed by Crimson Covenant. Copyright ©Toby Logsdon, 2025.

Through the Narrow Gate: Salvation as a Lifelong Journey Today's homily emphasizes that the Christian journey is not just about following Christ, . . . . . . but about becoming like Him. Salvation, according to Catholic teaching, is not a one-time event but an ongoing process requiring cooperation with God's grace. Jesus' call from today's Gospel to “strive to enter through the narrow gate” reminds us that salvation demands effort, conversion, and perseverance. Merely hearing His words or receiving the sacraments without allowing them to transform our lives is insufficient . . . Christ must shape our thoughts, actions, and decisions. The Sacrament of Confession, trust in God amid trials, and living a life of continual conversion are presented as concrete ways of walking the narrow path. Ultimately, we are invited to give Christ our sins and let His grace transform us, so that our relationship with Him is real and life changing. Listen to this Meditation Media. Listen to: Through the Narrow Gate: Salvation as a Lifelong Journey ------------------------------------------------------------------ Gospel Reading: Luke 13: 22-30 First Reading: Isaiah 66: 18-21 Second Reading: Hebrews 12: 5-7, 11-13 ------------------------------------------------------------------ The Wide Road and the Narrow Road: Dutch Artist: Jan Luyken: 1712 Today's engraving by Dutch artist Jan Luyken, printed in 1712, serves as an excellent visual companion to our Gospel reading. On the left side of the engraving, we see the wide gate, where people are joyfully dancing and celebrating as they pass through the broad arch. Atop this gate, a carved relief of the earthly globe is displayed, symbolizing the world's temptations. This path represents the road the world urges us to follow. On the right side of the engraving lies the narrow path mentioned by Jesus in our reading. A man, having taken up his cross, is depicted walking through the narrow gate, joined by others who are also carrying their crosses further along the path. They journey toward a radiant light atop the hill, symbolizing Heaven. In contrast, those on the left are headed toward a storm.

August 24, 2025

21st Sunday 

The exercise of free will comes with consequences. In other words, when we choose to do bad things and we harm ourselves, these are the consequences of free will. We do silly things, silly things happen, and we pay the price for it. But also on the other hand, when we choose to do good things, and not only good for ourselves, but good for everyone else, there also are good consequences. Positive consequences versus negative consequences.  (Read more…)Here is my homily email from the Twenty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time. Please feel free to share this email with others.

Fr. Ivan Pertine speaks about the disposition necessary for entering the Kingdom of Heaven.

The Narrow Gate

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When Jesus was asked, "Lord, will only a few people be saved?" He responded, "Strive to enter through the narrow gate." This homily looks at the heart-to-heart communion Jesus invites us into...

August 24, 2025. 21st Sunday of Ordinary Time homily by Fr. Matt Lowry about how Jesus invites us to strive for the narrow gate. We will encounter difficulties, which will make us stronger, and Christ will be with us, leading us to what is worth it, life with Him eternally.

Don't presume God's mercy. You may find yourself outside.

Homily - 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time - The Narrow Gate

Matthew 7:13–20 (NLT) 13 “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. 14 But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it. 15 “Beware of false prophets who come disguised as harmless sheep but are really vicious wolves. 16 You can identify them by their fruit, that is, by the way they act. Can you pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 A good tree produces good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit. 18 A good tree can’t produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can’t produce good fruit. 19 So every tree that does not produce good fruit is chopped down and thrown into the fire. 20 Yes, just as you can identify a tree by its fruit, so you can identify people by their actions.

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For 24 August 2025, Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time , based on Luke 13:22-30

Homily for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, based upon Hebrews 12:1,6-13 and Luke 13:22-30.

Delivered by Maria Delie, Michaela Phie, Keithlyn Kusumah, and Stella Wijaya from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Isaiah 66: 18-21; Rs psalm 117: 1.2; Hebrews 12: 5-7.11-13; Luke 13: 22-30.THE NARROW GATE The title for our meditation on this21st Sunday in Ordinary Time is: The Narrow Gate. Today the LordJesus explains about the kingdom of heaven which has a narrow gate. There was ajunior high school student who after listening to his Priest's homily about thenarrow gate to enter heaven, expressed a strong reaction. "I do not agreethat to enter heaven there is only a narrow gate. In fact I want to go in withmy parents, brother and sister, also my friends. How could we all enter?" Perhaps many people have such theteenager's view about the narrow gate to heaven. But if we follow all of Jesus'teachings about discipleship, the real meaning of the narrow gate is not thephysical image of small and narrow doors. The real meaning is discipline thatmust be the life-style of every follower of Christ. Discipline is taken fromthe word "disciple" that refers to student or pupil. Discipline is the main requirement tobecome a true follower of Christ and eventually obtain salvation. The good newsthat Jesus preaches and the Church continues to this day is very promising andmotivating. People have high expectation especially on the eternal happiness.They are interested, listen diligently and want to be part of the promise. Thewhole world is fascinated by it. They all want to enter. The book of the prophet Isaiah in thefirst reading proclaims the arrival of all people from all nations andlanguages ​​to see the glory of God and find His mercy. Jesus himself alsoemphasizes that people come from all corners of the world to be able to sit andeat together in the kingdom of God. But discipline is what will determinewhether or not someone is worthy of being a part of it, to see and experiencethe glory of God. The inspiration from these threereadings of this Sunday at least gives us three aspects of discipline. First,those who want to enter through the narrow gate are those who must be free fromall forms of evil. Jesus warns that it would be useless to hear the word of Godand celebrate faith, but if they still commit evil and sin, they are not worthyfor the His Kingdom. Second, the mission to make othersdisciples of Jesus is something highly demanded on the part of every followerof Christ. They may not enjoy their faith themselves, but share with others andbecome diligent apostles. Third, the ability to endure in all suffering anddifficulties will make someone recognizes the cross as God's way of educatingand training himself, because behind it is eternal happiness. Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... O Lord Jesus, make us your true disciples, being faithful to the wayof your cross. Our Father who art in heaven ... In the name of the Father ...

Once more, Jesus speaks of difficult realities. Those who think that Jesus never makes demands upon us have never read the gospels. Today Our Lord and Saviour speaks of how we  must strive to enter heaven. It should not surprise us because we follow Him who suffered and died that we might just do that, join the saints and angels in heaven. If you would like to contact me to provide feedback, suggestions or to ask questions you can do this via email:frpchandler@armidale.catholic.org.auAlso if you would like to support me in this work, please send me an email and I will provide details for how you can make a donation. Music by Samuel F. Johannson and by Tomomi Kato from Pixabay

For the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on striving for Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

For the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on striving for Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

It's the Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about the cyclical nature of the Old Testament, and parenting imagery in this week's readings from Isaiah and Hebrews.Then, Jesus responds to the question “Who will be saved?” in the Gospel of Luke.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by FOCUS Retreats, empowering parishes and leaders to offer deeply Catholic, low-lift retreats that ignite discipleship, transform lives, and multiply the mission of Jesus Christ in the modern world.To learn more, visit focus.org/retreats/ to schedule a 30-minute call with the retreats team at FOCUS.-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:50Reading 1 - Isaiah 66: 18-21Psalm 117: 1, 2 & Mk 16:15Reading 2 - Hebrews 12: 5-7, 11-13Gospel - Luke 13:22-30 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

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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.

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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.

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/

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

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

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