# 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.

# have left everything

"have given up everything" or "have left behind everything"

# everything that is our own

"all our wealth" or "all our possessions"

# Truly, I say to you

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

# there is no one who

This expression is intended to include the disciples, but to also include everyone else that had 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"