²⁹ And just as my Father has granted me a Kingdom, I now grant you the right

³⁴ “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the creation of the world.

⁵ Listen to me, dear brothers and sisters. Hasn’t God chosen the poor in this world to be rich in faith? Aren’t they the ones who will inherit the Kingdom he promised to those who love him?

¹⁸ Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth.

⁴⁷ I tell you the truth, the master will put that servant in charge of all he owns.

³² “So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom.

¹⁷ “‘Well done!’ the king exclaimed. ‘You are a good servant. You have been faithful with the little I entrusted to you, so you will be governor of ten cities as your reward.’

⁴ And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor.

²⁵ All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize.