Defining the jurisdiction of Christ in your life!

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Matthew 7:13-14

This narrative deals with the words of Jesus concerning the narrow and broad gate.

There are two opposing forces working in your life. They are God and the desire to live for self. This conflict will never cease to exist.

You and I have to make a choice between the narrow or broad gate. No one can make this decision for you. It must come from your heart.

Jesus is the only one who can determine a person’s final destiny. We cannot judge others or attempt to play God.

We do know the broad gate leads to destruction and the narrow gate leads to the life of Christ. And, we know it is difficult to enter the narrow gate and only a few find it.

The wide gate is easier because the entrants have a more liberal view of God and do not take the Cross seriously. They feel less restraints and more freedom to do as they please.

The journey with God is very difficult because you have to die to self and learn to live for God. This causes pain and suffering as you lose your identity and the right to yourself.

Walking with Jesus is complicated because you cannot think or act like Him. He is a perfect being without sin and we are self driven people. The purposes of Jesus are to transform you into His character and make you a powerful witness for Him.

The pathway way to the narrow gate requires you to make a genuine heart decision to live for Jesus above all else. Without this commitment you will experience a languishing spiritual life and miss out on the greatness and glory of God. 

You also must learn to live by faith believing in the promises of God. Faith is the cornerstone to a relationship with Jesus. And, without faith you cannot please Him. 

You cannot substitute works, laws or religion to appease Jesus. He wants your total devotion and obedience to His voice.

The narrow gate is entered by those who are dedicated to live and move and have their being in Jesus. They are committed to seeking the will of God for their life.