In our passage today, we are asked to consider the motivation behind why we do what we do, whether it’s giving to someone with a monetary need, helping someone in the neighborhood or providing to meet some other tangible need, Jesus asks us to check our motive. Why are we doing what we’re doing? He says if it’s to be seen by others, then our reward from the applause of men is all we will get. But if our motivation is to bring glory to God, He will reward us. Who would you rather get your approval from? What’s your motivation? Are you doing it out of pride or humility? Your motivation will determine your reward.
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