The Narrow Gate and the Narrow Way (Santosh Poonen)

The Narrow Gate: Characteristics: narrow, contracted by pressure; few find it. Description: John 10:7-10 - the door is Jesus; Heb. 10:19,21,22 ? confidence in Jesus' blood. Broad Gate: opposite of above (Matthew 7:13). The Narrow Way: Characteristics: narrow, compressed; few find it; leads to eternal life; false prophets hate it (Matthew 7:15). Description: Hebrews 10:20 - new and living way; II Peter 1:2-13 - persevere in seeking the Divine Nature. Hebrews 10:23-31. If we go on sinning willfully, it is a terrifying thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Hold fast the confession of our hope; stimulate each other to love and good deeds; do not forsake meeting for encouragement.