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John 12:43

This is one of the most searching verses in the Gospel: whose praise matters more to you — people's or God's? It is impossible to truly follow Jesus while living for human approval.

Memory phrase: God's praise matters most.

Talk about it: Whose opinion matters most to you — people's or God's?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, let Your praise matter most to me.

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