The Praise of God

Scripture: John 5:44 How can you believe if you accept praise from one another, yet make no effort to obtain the praise that comes from the only God?

Observation: I realize how many things I do, to try to win the praise of others. Even when I think I’m doing something for God I look for the praise of the people around me. When I do something private for God however, I feel his praise which so surpasses that of men.

Application: I need to do more things for God quietly, just for him. Even though most of the things I do are for other people and are visible by others, God needs to get all the glory.

Prayer: My Lord may I live each day seeking your praise.