I Corinthians 1:27 But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; 

The way of Jesus Christ is foreign to the ways of modern society. Riches won't get you to heaven, neither will social status, good behavior, spiritual Facebook posts, church attendance, other family members who are saved, not even one who preaches. No, it's a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and only through Him can you access God the Father in Heaven. 

Ephesians 2:8-9

[8] For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, [9] not of works, lest anyone should boast. 

Why does God only permit entry by Christ? 2 reasons:

As a human, you are born into sin. God is holy and righteous and can't allow sin in His presence. In early times God required an animal sacrifice for sin. At just the right moment in time, God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, into the world to be the permanent sin offering. Christ died on a Roman cross, then rose back to life 3 days later, defeating death. 

God gives all of us “free will” to choose if we will accept His gift of forgiveness of sins through Christ, or reject Christ to live life your way. 

Throughout the new testament, Jesus encountered people living for themselves who wanted to follow Christ, but were unwilling to give up their reliance on worldly success and comforts. Their choice will bring judgement upon themselves. 

Don't be that person! Choose Christ, receive Him into your heart today and seek His forgiveness. A life invested in Christ will yield eternal rewards that are better than any comforts this world may offer. Choose Christ and live!