King of the Mountain: When Fear Rules and Grace Frees
Jan 4, 2026 • Nate Preisinger
What if life isn’t a competition you have to win?
In this Epiphany sermon, Pastor Nate reflects on the childhood game King of the Mountain—and how easily that game becomes a way of life. We scramble for status, security, success, and approval, pushing ourselves and others just to stay on top. And like King Herod in Matthew’s Gospel, fear spreads quickly when everything feels like it could be taken away.
But the story of the Magi reveals a different kind of king.
When the wise men follow the star, they don’t find power, protection, or prestige. They find a child—born into humility, vulnerability, and love. And instead of fear, they are overwhelmed with joy.