# Connecting Statement:

This is the end of the conversation about entering the kingdom of heaven.

# Well, we

This phrase refers only to the disciples, and contrasts them with the rich ruler.

# we have left

"we have given up" or "we have left behind"

# everything that is our own

"all our wealth" or "all our possessions"

# Truly, I say to you

Jesus uses this expression to stress the importance of what he is about to say.

# there is no one who

This expression is intended to include not only the disciples, but also everyone else who has made the same sacrifices.

# there is no one who has left ... who will not receive

This could be stated in positive form. AT: "everyone who has left ... will receive" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])

# in the world to come, eternal life

"also eternal life in the world to come"

# translationWords

* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/names/peter]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/amen]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/kingdomofgod]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/eternity]]