There have been times in my life when I wanted to be recognized, wanted people to notice what I had done, what I had accomplished. Not proud of that, but it is the case.
Acts 14:18 – 19 (here @ Bible Gateway) reminds me of one of the reasons that it is not a very good idea to desire recognition.
One sentence after Paul and Barnabas have a hard time restraining people from sacrificing to them as gods, the Jews turn the crowd against them and they attempt to stone Paul to death.
It is a quick, short distance from praise to hatred. Seeking praise then would seem to invite that quick hate.
One sentence after Paul and Barnabas have a hard time restraining people from sacrificing to them as gods, the Jews turn the crowd against them and they attempt to stone Paul to death.
It is a quick, short distance from praise to hatred. Seeking praise then would seem to invite that quick hate.
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