The Narrow and Wide Gates
Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:15-23, Matthew 7:24-29
One Volume
by Gary M. Burge

The conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount focuses on warnings about two paths (7:15–26). Jesus warns about the broad road leading to destruction, encouraging his disciples to take the narrow path leading to life (7:13–14). Jesus also warns of false prophets, who are recognizable by their evil fruits. A disciple is characterized by doing God’s will (7:15–23). The two ways are illustrated by a closing parable in which a wise person and a foolish person…

Baker Publishing Group, The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary, by Gary M. Burge