GOING TO HEAVEN OR HELL IS A CHOICE, NOT AN
ACCIDENT
MATTHEW 7:13-14 "Enter
ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that
leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because
strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few
there be that find it."
Four
reasons why eternity is a personal choice rather than an accident:
1. CHOOSING
RELIGION AND TRADITION OVER CHRIST
Many choose to
follow religious rituals and old traditions instead of believing in the Lord
Jesus Christ as the only way to heaven.
John 14:6: "Jesus
saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the
Father, but by Me."
You cannot find
salvation through religion or traditional practices; only a relationship with
Christ can assure you of a place in heaven.
2. CHOOSING
GOOD WORKS OVER THE FINISHED WORK OF CHRIST
Some try to rely
on their own "goodness" and righteous deeds instead of trusting in
what Christ accomplished on the Cross.
Titus 3:5: "Not by
works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved
us..."
The Bible makes
it clear that our own righteousness cannot save us. We are justified only by
the blood of Christ.
3. CHOOSING
EARTHLY RICHES OVER ETERNAL LIFE
Like the Rich
Young Ruler in Luke 18:18-24, many choose their temporary wealth over the
eternal life offered by Christ.
When asked to
give up his riches to follow Jesus, the ruler went away sorrowful because he
was very wealthy.
Choosing
temporary riches over an everlasting life with Christ is a tragic exchange.
4. CHOOSING
THE “BROAD WAY” OVER THE “STRAIT GATE”
Many choose the
wide gate and the easy, broad road that leads to destruction rather than the
narrow path that leads to life.
No one else can
be blamed for a person's destination. God provides everyone the opportunity to
hear the Gospel and experience His love.
John 3:16: "For
God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son..."
Conclusion
Your decision today determines your
destination. Will you choose the gift of God?
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