Life is full of decisions. Pluses minuses ups and downs. There are not any wide paths to freedom. It is a winding and sometimes arduous journey full of unknowns and pain. But for those with faith, the climb is enjoyable. Why would the pain be enjoyable? Because it’s imbued with purpose and determination that most don’t possess.
If you are not willing to give up your old self to get to heaven then why are you alive. We always have to self purify to reach our goals ... the moment we stop doing that, the moment we stop reaching for a higher version of ourselves we start dying. Be careful on your climb ... for death can meet you at any point on the climb. Heaven watching our dedication towards building a meritorious life is the only thing that keeps us safe...