1. Make every effort (22-27)

Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem to suffer and die on the cross. In every place he taught about the kingdom of God. When someone asked him if only a few people would be saved, Jesus told him not to assume that he was saved just because he was a Jew, or because he had eaten with Jesus--or even because he had engaged in many Christian activities, including Bible teaching. The narrow door is the door of repentance and faith. It is a door that leads to a personal relationship with Jesus. All who do not accept Jesus on his terms are evildoers--even those who seem to be doing good (27).

2. The great feast (28-30)

All kinds of people from everywhere will sit down with Jesus and the patriarchs at the great Messianic feast. But those who, even though they know the truth, are afraid to make a commitment will be on the outside looking in, and weeping.

Application: Lord, I come to you with a repentant heart, seeking only to know you and walk with you. I want to go through the narrow door.
One Word: Make every effort to know Jesus