Many assume they can enter heaven by being “good enough” compared to others—but Jesus taught that God isn’t simply seeking the best, the brightest, the nicest, or the most generous. In the first part of this series, Pastor Alistair Begg points out the one true source of assurance. In the second part, learn how Jesus instructed a rich, young ruler to sell all he had and give to the poor. Was He teaching that it’s wrong to be wealthy? Are Christians expected to get rid of everything they don’t absolutely need?
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