Rocks, trees, and animals need not be morally excellent because God did not create them to reflect his personal character. However, if human beings are not holy, they fail to fulfill their created purpose and “come short of the glory of God” (Rom. 3:23). Consequently, without holiness men cannot exercise dominion in God’s kingdom, but with holiness they will reign with him eternally (Rev. 21:2, 27; 22:4–5). Only through holiness will men glorify God and enjoy him forever. Third, God’s people must