Entry into the kingdom of God is based on which two responses in the finished work of Jesus Christ?

• A. Repentance and Faith
• B. Faith and Works
• C. Baptism and Faith
• D. Repentance and Baptism

Answer: (A)

Entering God’s kingdom comes from how a person responds to what Jesus accomplished on the cross and in His resurrection. The two responses that fit this are repentance and faith. Repentance is a turning away from sin and a turning toward God—a change of mind that leads to a changed life. Faith is trusting Jesus as the one who finished the work of salvation, relying on His sacrifice for forgiveness and righteousness rather than our own efforts. Together, these two responses capture the gospel call: turn from sin and place your trust in Christ alone for forgiveness and eternal life. The other options miss this balance—they either add related acts that aren’t the basis for entry (like works or baptism) or place baptism as the essential step rather than faith and repentance, which are the biblically highlighted responses to Christ’s finished work.