it’s lonely at the top

The cost of maintaining your position at the center of the universe could be astronomical.

preferred status

Everyone is subject to the authority of Jesus, whether they like it or not. But it’s better to be on the winning side when all is said and done.

no hill for a stepper

“Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? And who shall stand in his holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to what is false and does not swear deceitfully. He will receive blessing from the Lord and righteousness from the God of his salvation.” — Psalm 24:3-5, ESV