“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.”
bible verses about gates
Gates as Symbols of Entry
Matthew 7:13
“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.”
John 10:9
“I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture.”
Revelation 21:12
“It had a great, high wall with twelve gates, and with twelve angels at the gates. On the gates were written the names of the twelve tribes of Israel.”
Psalms 24:7
“Lift up your heads, you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in.”
Psalms 100:4
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”
Matthew 16:18
“And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.”
Isaiah 60:11
“Your gates will always stand open, they will never be shut, day or night, so that people may bring you the wealth of the nations—their kings led in triumphal procession.”
Acts 12:10
“They passed the first and second guards and came to the iron gate leading to the city. It opened for them by itself, and they went through it.”
2 Corinthians 2:12
“Now when I went to Troas to preach the gospel of Christ and found that the Lord had opened a door for me.”
Proverbs 8:34
“Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway.”
Gates and Spiritual Warfare
Ephesians 6:12
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”
Matthew 12:29
“Or again, how can anyone enter a strong man’s house and carry off his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can plunder the strong man’s house.”
Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon formed against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and this is their vindication from me,” declares the Lord.
Romans 8:31
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
1 Peter 5:8
“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.”
Luke 10:19
“I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”
Revelation 3:20
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”
2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.”
Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Luke 11:21-22
“When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe. But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted and divides up the spoils.”
Gates in Worship and Praise
Psalm 84:10
“Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked.”
Psalm 118:19
“Open for me the gates of the righteous; I will enter and give thanks to the Lord.”
Psalm 87:2
“The Lord loves the gates of Zion more than all the other dwellings of Jacob.”
Psalm 122:2
“Our feet are standing in your gates, Jerusalem.”
Psalm 136:12
“With a mighty hand and outstretched arm; His love endures forever.”
Isaiah 26:2
“Open the gates that the righteous nation may enter, the nation that keeps faith.”
Hebrews 13:15
“Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.”
1 Chronicles 16:34
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Psalm 136:1
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.”
Psalm 95:2
“Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song.”
Gates in Our Lives
Revelation 3:8
“I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.”
Colossians 4:3
“And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.”
1 Corinthians 16:9
“Because a great door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me.”
Acts 14:27
“On arriving there, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through them and how he had opened a door of faith to the Gentiles.”
2 Timothy 2:26
“and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will.”
John 10:10
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
1 John 5:4
“For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.”
James 1:12
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”
Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Philippians 3:14
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
Gates in God’s Protection
Psalm 91:1
“Whoever dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”
Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
Proverbs 18:10
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.”
Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Psalm 34:7
“The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.”
Isaiah 54:14
“In righteousness you will be established: Tyranny will be far from you; you will have nothing to fear. Terror will be far removed; it will not come near you.”
Romans 10:13
“For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Gates and Community
Matthew 18:19
“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven.”
Acts 2:42
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”
Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
Galatians 6:2
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Hebrews 10:24
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.”
1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
James 5:16
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
Proverbs 27:17
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
Psalm 133:1
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!”
Final Thoughts
As I reflect on these verses about gates, I find a deep connection to our spiritual journey. Gates symbolize entry, protection, and community in our lives. They remind us that entering the gate of faith opens up a world of possibility and fulfillment. We are called to approach God with praise and gratitude as we enter through His gates.
In times of struggle, we can take solace in knowing that God protects us. We stand strong, united with others, as we share this journey together. The gates of our lives should always remain open to God, inviting His presence and guidance.
Let us continue to explore the teachings of the Bible in our lives. If you’re interested in learning more, check out other topics that can deepen your understanding of Christ’s love and grace.