It Is Better to Go to Heaven Alone
It is better to go to heaven alone than to risk eternal damnation by following the multitude.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the peril of following the crowd, warning that those who walk and live like the majority will ultimately face destruction. He contrasts the broad path leading to hell with the narrow gate that leads to eternal life, urging listeners to choose the difficult but rewarding path to heaven, even if it means walking alone. Brooks illustrates the folly of risking one's soul for worldly gain by following the masses into spiritual ruin.
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Those who walk with the many--shall perish with the many.
Those who do as the many, shall before long suffer with the many.
Those who live as the many, must die with the many,
and go to hell with the many.
The way to hell is broad and well beaten.
The way to be undone forever is to do as the most do.
"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
Surely, it is better to go to heaven alone--than
to hell with company!
What wise man would fetch gold out of a fiery crucible;
that is, hazard his immortal soul, to gain the world, by
following a multitude in those steps that led to the
chambers of death and darkness?
Sermon Outline
- The Dangers of Following the Multitude
- The Broad Path to Destruction
- The Narrow Gate to Life
- Enter through the narrow gate
- Only a few find the narrow road that leads to life
Key Quotes
“Those who walk with the many--shall perish with the many.” — Thomas Brooks
“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.” — Thomas Brooks
“Surely, it is better to go to heaven alone--than to hell with company!” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Be cautious of following the crowd, as it may lead to destruction.
- Choose the narrow path that leads to life, even if it is difficult.
- Prioritize eternal salvation over temporary gain or popularity.