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Chuck Smith

Mark 10:27

Chuck Smith

The door to the Kingdom of God is wide open, but it's possible to be lost after coming close to salvation if we're not careful.
Chuck Smith emphasizes the peril of coming close to salvation without fully committing to it, using the examples of the rich young ruler and the scribe who both approached the kingdom of God but ultimately fell short. He highlights that while the door to the kingdom is wide open through the messages of John the Baptist and Jesus, many factors can bring individuals close to salvation, such as knowledge, a teachable spirit, and the influence of godly parents. However, he warns that it is possible to be lost even after coming within a step of heaven, as seen in the rich young ruler's attachment to wealth and the scribe's refusal to act on his knowledge. The sermon serves as a reminder of the importance of genuine faith and action in the journey toward salvation.

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"GOING BY GATE OF HEAVEN TO STOP IN HELL"

I. TWO WHO CAME CLOSE TO SALVATION.

A. Rich young ruler.

B. Scribe.

II. DOOR TO KINGDOM OF GOD WIDE OPEN.

A. John the Baptist's message.

B. Jesus' message.

III. SOME COME NEARER THAN OTHERS TO ENTERING. MANY THINGS HELP TO BRING

THEM CLOSE.

A. Knowledge.

B. A teachable spirit.

C. Influence of Godly parents.

D. Messages from faithful preachers.

1. Radio, T.V., etc.

E. Prayers of Believers.

F. Great hymn.

G. Some providence of God.

1. David lost son.

2. Nebuchadazzar lost mind.

IV. POSSIBLE TO BE LOST AFTER COMING WITHIN ONE STEP OF HEAVEN.

A. Rich young ruler's heart set on money.

B. Wise scribe knew what he ought to do but refused to do it.

C. John 12:42,43 Many rulers believed but failed to confess.

D. Luke 13:24-27.

E. Foolish virgins could have secured oil within one step turned

away forever.

Sermon Outline

  1. Two Who Came Close to Salvation
  2. Door to Kingdom of God Wide Open
  3. Some Come Nearer Than Others to Entering
  4. Possible to Be Lost After Coming Within One Step of Heaven
  5. Rich young ruler's heart set on money
  6. Wise scribe knew what he ought to do but refused to do it
  7. John 12:42,43 Many rulers believed but failed to confess
  8. Luke 13:24-27
  9. Foolish virgins could have secured oil within one step turned away forever
  10. Great hymn
  11. Some providence of God

Key Quotes

“Door to Kingdom of God wide open.” — Chuck Smith
“Some come nearer than others to entering. Many things help to bring them close.” — Chuck Smith
“Possible to be lost after coming within one step of heaven.” — Chuck Smith

Application Points

  • We must stay focused on God and avoid letting worldly things distract us from our goal of entering the Kingdom of God.
  • A teachable spirit and a willingness to learn from God's word are essential for coming closer to salvation.
  • We must be prepared for the Lord's return and not be caught off guard, just like the foolish virgins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some ways to come closer to entering the Kingdom of God?
Knowledge, a teachable spirit, influence of Godly parents, messages from faithful preachers, prayers of believers, great hymns, and some providence of God can all help bring you closer to entering the Kingdom of God.
Can we be lost after coming close to salvation?
Yes, it is possible to be lost after coming within one step of heaven, as seen in the examples of the rich young ruler, the wise scribe, and the foolish virgins.
What are some common mistakes that can lead to being lost?
Having a heart set on money, refusing to do what you know is right, failing to confess your faith, and not being prepared for the Lord's return are all common mistakes that can lead to being lost.
How can we avoid being lost?
By staying focused on God, being teachable, and being prepared for the Lord's return, we can avoid being lost and enter the Kingdom of God.

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