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Episode 1450 | April 30, 2026

Do You Care Too Much About Status?

The Gospels | Luke 14:1–14 Why are we so obsessed with status? What happens when our need to matter starts shaping how we treat others? And how can we break free from the pressure to prove ourselves?

Why are we so obsessed with status? What happens when our need to matter starts shaping how we treat others? And how can we break free from the pressure to prove ourselves? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 14:1–14 reveals that true security comes from God, and when we rest in that, we’re free to take the lowest seat and live without chasing approval.

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Patrick Miller

Patrick Miller is a pastor and cultural commentator who writes about politics, culture, and technology, contributing articles to Christianity Today, Newsweek, The Gospel Coalition, and other publications. His podcast, Truth Over Tribe is one of...

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