Exploring the Gospels - Enter ye in at the strait gate - Marcus Da Costa - HOU.UK
As Yeshua’s teaching from the mount and plane draws to a conclusion, after having described the characteristics of the Sons of God; the distinguishing facets between them and the religious establishment; and the acts of righteousness that invokes a reward, Yeshua transitions his message from instruction that leads unto mature sonship, to incitement, encouragement for those he called and chose, to continue to follow his lead. Although Yeshua is teaching his disciples, it is from this transition that he makes it is clear, not all those who call him Lord, master or Rabbi, will continue after him. As such, Yeshua concludes his message recognising that though he came from above, if those who come from below follow him, walking in the protocols of sons: They’ll need to strive; fight; labour; they’ll experience tribulation; but they, as well as us can be of good cheer, he who endures the journey will be saved.