But Jesus comes and takes up residence in my heart. I belong to Him. Instantly I become something of great value. You know, auctions never cease to amaze me. God saves the best till last.
Mature people try to do the same.
Satan is just the opposite. The devil gives the best first. God saves the best until later. The children of Israel had to go through the sizzling desert heat before they entered the wonderful promised land. The Cross comes before the crown.