Journey to the city of the King

Still burdened by guilt, Christian is tempted by Mr Worldly Wiseman to seek freedom through good behaviour and rule-keeping. He climbs Sinai Hill, believing he can remove his burden by obeying the law, but instead the weight grows heavier and fear overwhelms him. Evangelist finds him again and gently points him back to the true path. Christian reaches the narrow gate and is directed to the cross, where his burden finally falls away. Overjoyed, he realises the King Himself has taken away his guilt. He receives a new name, new clothes, and a roll of assurance. This part clearly shows that salvation comes only through the cross, not human effort.