HOW TO ENTER THE KINGDOM OF GOD

The apostles and others wanted to know how to enter the Kingdom of God if it was already present within them. Jesus taught that beyond faith, a person needed a specific state of mind—constant seeking of God and a deep inner transformation. He gave examples, such as being "poor in spirit" and willing to face persecution for righteousness. Entering the Kingdom required surpassing religious formalism, avoiding attachment to wealth, and embracing childlike trust.