1. Take heed to yourself. 'The first shall be the last" is still a potent force. Self-righteousness has never landed anyone a spot in the kingdom of God.

2. Obedience to the Father's command proves we love Him.

3. Repentance is a pivot to our walk with God.

4. It does not matter how you start; how you end is crucial.

5. You do not qualify for the kingdom because of your ranking in life and society.

6. Do not write off anyone.

7. God will not bend His rules because you are a child of the Covenant. What makes you a son is obedience to the father's will. It is how you prove your love and devotion.