When it comes to good works, this guy had everything going for him. And he fully expected to get Jesus’ stamp of approval.

But this passage shows us that with God, it’s never just about our good works. He wants our heart.

And what was true for the rich young ruler then is true for us today. Our God has a standard, and He’ll never lower it. It’s up to us to decide… do we come to Him on His terms, or do we walk away like the man in Mark 10, headed toward “A Tragic Ending”?