The question "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" was asked by a ruler to Jesus in Luke 18:18 and by a rich young man in Matthew 19:16. Jesus responded to both by emphasizing the importance of keeping the commandments, loving God, and loving ones neighbor as oneself. In Luke 10:25, another person asked Jesus the same question, and the answer was given, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength, and love your neighbor as you love yourself". To obtain eternal life, one must be willing to put away the things of the world and serve the Lord with all their heart, might, mind, and strength. Jesus also taught that trusting in riches can keep a person out of the kingdom of God. Therefore, it is important to examine how we spend our time and resources and to be willing to sacrifice the things of this world to obtain a place in the kingdom of heaven.