Jesus told a parable about entitlement when he noticed guests at a wedding scrambling for the best seats. He said, when you're invited somewhere, don't take the best seat, lest someone more distinguished then you comes and you're asked to give up your spot. Instead, find the lowest seat and wait to be called to the best seat. He concluded the parable by saying, "Those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted." Pride is at the root of entitlement.