2 Corinthians 10:18

The one truly approved is not the self-commending person but the one whom the Lord commends. God's verdict, not self-praise, is what counts.

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• Prov 21:2All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.
• Luke 16:15So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God.
• Rom 2:29No, a man is a Jew because he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man’s praise does not come from men, but from God.
• 1 Cor 4:5Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.
• 2 Cor 10:12We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they show their ignorance.
• John 12:43For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.
• Luke 18:10–14“Two men went up to the temple to pray. One was a Pharisee and the other a tax collector.
• John 5:42–44but I know you, that you do not have the love of God within you.
• Rom 14:18For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men.
• Prov 27:2Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips.
• 2 Cor 13:7Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not that we will appear to have stood the test, but that you will do what is right, even if we appear to have failed.
• 1 Pet 1:7so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
• Matt 25:20–23The servant who had received the five talents came and presented five more. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.’
• 2 Cor 6:4Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities;
• Rom 16:10Greet Apelles, who is approved in Christ. Greet those who belong to the household of Aristobulus.
• 2 Cor 5:12We are not commending ourselves to you again. Instead, we are giving you an occasion to be proud of us, so that you can answer those who take pride in appearances rather than in the heart.
• 1 Cor 11:19And indeed, there must be differences among you to show which of you are approved.
• Acts 2:22Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know.
• 2 Cor 3:1Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, like some people, letters of recommendation to you or from you?
• 2 Tim 2:15Make every effort to present yourself approved to God, an unashamed workman who accurately handles the word of truth.

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