Many Christians live with a quiet, lingering fear that they might not make it into God’s kingdom. And I often wonder why.
What makes this even more troubling is that many of these believers are not living in sin. They are genuinely striving to please God. They are doing their best to walk uprightly, to live according to His Word, and to grow in faith. Yet, because of past mistakes—mistakes they have repented of—they live with a constant sense of dread. This highlights the truth about being born again: once God forgives and renews us, our identity in Him is secure, and past failures no longer define our standing before Him.
They fear that God might one day use their past errors, or even their present weaknesses, against them and condemn them to hell. This fear steals confidence, joy, and boldness from their walk with Christ.
If you walk up to many believers today and ask, “Will you make heaven?”—the hesitation or uncertainty in their response speaks volumes.
The only visa to heaven is Born Again.
What Did Jesus Actually Say?
Now, let’s read the words of Jesus carefully:
“Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.”
If Jesus is truly your Lord and Savior, then His words matter above all else. He knows the heart of the Father—and He revealed it clearly. God wants you in His kingdom. He desires it. He longs for it.
Whenever I meditate on this verse, I am deeply encouraged. God wants me in heaven more than I even want to get there. Pause for a moment and let that sink in.
Jesus didn’t say it is merely the Father’s pleasure to give you the kingdom. He said it is His good pleasure. The word “good” is significant—it expresses the joy, delight, and deep desire God has for your salvation and eternal life. It also reminds us of what you received when you got born again: access to His Kingdom, favor, and the blessings that flow from His good pleasure toward you.
So Let’s Ask the Real Questions
If God wants me this much in heaven:
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Will He hold my past mistakes against me?
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Will He condemn me for weaknesses I am actively praying about and working to overcome?
The answer is a resounding No.
God is far more willing to help you make heaven than you might realize. He is not waiting to find reasons to punish you. Romans 8:1 reminds us: “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.”
Fear Is a Tool of the Enemy
The fear of not making heaven is one of the enemy’s most effective weapons. Satan loves to whisper lies:
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“You’re not good enough.”
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“You’ve sinned too much to be saved.”
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“God might reject you if you fail again.”
If you let this fear linger, the devil will use it to:
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Steal your confidence in God
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Rob you of spiritual boldness
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Deprive you of many blessings in the kingdom
Don’t let him.
Walk in Confidence, Not Fear
You must walk with boldness, not hesitation. The Bible encourages this in 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” Fear is not from God—it is from the enemy.
Cast aside the lies that make you doubt God’s heart. Trust Him to help you finish well. Boldly step into your calling, confident that:
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You are the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:21)
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God is more willing to take you into His kingdom than you are eager to get there
Your past does not define your future. Your weaknesses do not disqualify you. The same Jesus who forgave your sins yesterday is ready to walk with you today and tomorrow.
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A Final Word of Encouragement
Kick out the fear that keeps you doubting God’s love and plan for your life. Let His promises replace your uncertainty:
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John 10:28-29: “And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father’s hand.”
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1 John 5:13: “These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life.”
Whatever your fears, whatever your doubts, know this: you are safe in Christ. You are His little flock, and it is His good pleasure to give you the kingdom.
Walk in that truth. Walk boldly. Walk with confidence, knowing that heaven is not just a hope—it is your inheritance. Fear has no place in the heart of a child of God.
Cast all your cares on Him. Trust Him fully. And enjoy the peace, joy, and assurance that only comes from knowing God delights in giving you the kingdom.
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