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How do we know that violent faith is necessary for entering the kingdom of God?

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Violent faith is evidenced in Scriptures where believers are depicted as pressing into the kingdom with fervor (Luke 16:16).

The necessity of violent faith for entering the kingdom of God is corroborated in the biblical depiction of those who strive to enter. In Luke 16:16, it is noted that since John the Baptist, the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presses into it. This pressing is indicative of the spiritual fervor that is characteristic of true believers who, once awakened by the Holy Spirit to their spiritual need, pursue the kingdom of God with urgency much like one in desperate need would scramble for sustenance. This aligns with the doctrine of God’s sovereign grace, illustrating that those genuinely called to salvation are moved with an insatiable desire for God and His righteousness.
Scripture References: Luke 16:16

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The Violent
Gary Shepard · Feb 28, 2010
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