{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"391. The Dangerous Desire for Applause: Learning to Seek God\u2019s Approval Instead","description":"Are you living for God\u2019s approval\u2026 or people\u2019s applause? Most of us enjoy recognition. We like being noticed, appreciated, and affirmed. Even when we serve God, there can be a quiet craving underneath \u2014 the desire to be seen. But Jesus said something that cuts completely against our natural instincts:  \u201cI am not seeking glory for myself.\u201d \u2014 John 8:50  In this episode, Rob explores the subtle trap of self-glory and the freedom that comes when we seek God\u2019s approval alone. Pride often hides behind good works, and even spiritual service can become a stage where we hope someone will notice. True humility isn\u2019t self-hatred or insecurity. It\u2019s something far healthier: self-forgetfulness. When our focus shifts from human praise to God\u2019s approval, our motivation becomes pure and our joy becomes deeper. In this episode you\u2019ll learn:   Why the desire for recognition can quietly shape our spiritual lives   How pride often hides behind religious activity   What Jesus meant when He said He wasn\u2019t seeking glory for Himself   The difference between humility and insecurity   How to redirect the craving for praise into gratitude toward God   The peace that comes from serving quietly without needing applause   Jesus lived completely free from the addiction to human praise. His life invites us into that same freedom \u2014 a life where our goal is not applause from people but the simple words from God: \u201cWell done, good and faithful servant.\u201d  Key Scriptures John 8:50 Matthew 6:1\u20136 Matthew 25:21  Reflection Questions   Who am I really doing this for?   Would I still serve the same way if no one noticed?   Am I seeking God\u2019s approval or human applause?    Next Steps If this episode encouraged you, here are a few ways to stay connected: \ud83d\udcec Join Rob\u2019s weekly newsletter: https:\/\/www.robskinner.com \ud83d\udcd8 Read Rob\u2019s latest book \u2014 The 10X Christian Available on Amazon and at RobSkinner.com \ud83c\udfa7 Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode.  Rob Skinner\u2019s goal is simple: to inspire you to live a no-regrets life, make this life count, and multiply disciples, leaders, and churches. ","author_name":"The Rob Skinner Podcast:  Helping You Make This Life Count","author_url":"https:\/\/robskinner.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40307470\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/199199055"}