a dramatic way to confront human pride. Third, wealth and power can inspire a false sense of confidence about controlling one’s place in a world where God is sovereign. 1. Profaning that which is sacred. While we cannot expect unbelievers to live holy lives, we can learn from their failures. In this case, mistreating that which is holy is sacrilegious and offensive to the one true God. Although we may not venerate things and places, this text can legitimately have a broader application.