To Be the Greatest

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57 Today, here’s a question you don’t often hear in a church setting: Who wants to be great? If you raised your hand, maybe you thought, “I do.” Here’s an even better question: Who wants to be the greatest? And another: Who wants to be in first place? First in your business, first in your school, first on your team. Consider this: Who wants to reach the top? Are you surprised to learn that scripture does not condemn our innate desire to be great, to be first, to excel, to be victors, to be champions—even to be the greatest? What does the church oppose? Pride—which, as we know, comes before the fall. The church stands against ego, selfishness, and vain glory. But let’s be honest—who can deny the amazing feeling of being