“Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to
please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.”
Galatians 1:10 (NIV)
please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.”
Galatians 1:10 (NIV)
Source: Pleasing God, Not Them | Karen Ehman (proverbs31.org)
Excerpt:
Let’s commit to seeking the Lord’s plan rather than pursuing the approval of others. It won’t always be easy, but God is continually faithful. He can teach us how to confidently live our lives despite the expectations and opinions of others.
Father, teach me that I am not solely responsible for the feelings of others. But I am responsible before You for my actions. Grant me boldness when I need it, and tender, direct words when they are necessary. May I learn to manage the tension between pleasing You and relating to others. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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