Jesus and the Myth that "Good" Will Ever be Good Enough

The bar for heaven's entry is so low that only a few will reach it

Several years ago, a famous politician made a stunning statement as he reflected on his own legacy at age 72. He spoke about initiatives he had spearheaded and listed several of his own successes, both real and self-perceived.

The surprising part of his speech was the takeaway, in which he speculated about the afterlife. He said, and I quote:

“I’m telling…