We all like to be noticed and seen. What we accomplish says volumes about our character and perseverance to endure whatever comes our way. It’s great to achieve great things, but this drive to be known can end up being so strong it turns us to people pleasing and a love for ourselves.
You may not believe it, but you are here for a greater purpose than even you could imagine. God had big plans for you even before you were born. He also knew there would be times you choose to be far from Him. Like a good, good Father though He is always waiting and pursuing you with open arms.
You can tell how closely someone is walking with Jesus and following His will by how they receive praise. We have all been taught the proper outward response when someone gives us praise or a compliment. A smile and a “thank you” goes a long way.
What happens inwardly is most important. Someone who lives to help and serve others—having a servant heart—will receive the praise and give the glory back to God. Someone who lives to build themselves up will probably respond with a better-than-you attitude.
The Bible says where your heart is your treasure will be also. So if you truly follow after God, trust Him, and live how He asks you to it will show in what you say and what you do. All the glory will go back to Him and through you others will come back to the Father
This fulfills what God has asked us all to do, which is go into all the world and tell everyone about the Good News of God. Going through life doing things His way will not always be easy or the most comfortable, but it will always be the best for you and for Him.
How do you react when given praise for a job well done?
