Luke 13:24

Strive to enter in — Agonize. Strive as in an agony. So the word signifies Otherwise none shall enter in. Barely seeking will not avail. Matthew 7:13.

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The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Strive to enter in at the strait gate; for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.
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²⁴ Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.

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Luke 13:24