The road to Jannah is not straigh.
There's a curve called called Dunya, a loop called money, speed bumps called pleasure and temptation, red lightz called enemies and satan. But on the positive side, if you have a spare called Salah an engine called lailaha illallah, an insurance called imaan, a driver called Muhammed (peace be upon him) Insha'Allah You'll make it to a place called Jannah!
The Angels will welcome the Believers - congratulating them on their hard work and perseverance, "Peace be upon you for what you patiently endured! And excellent is the final home." (Qur'an, 13:24)
The Believers will also have the honor of receiving the greeting of "Peace," a word from a Merciful Lord." (Qur'an, 36:57) We see why the attribute of Mercy is mentioned in this ayah: Allah (swt) out of His Love and Gratitude for the Righteous will greet them in Paradise. You may win a chance to visit the White House, but the chance of having a special welcome from the President is very slim. Allah (swt), The King of Kings, The Most Majestic and Powerful, will greet and welcome His beloved slaves in their new home.
