Deciphering Flattery From Praise….

Discernment is necessary in deciphering flattery from praise. In today’s world people will say anything to get their way. They blow smoke, make non-guaranteed promises, and will tell you what you want to hear just to shut you up so they can leave the conversation. Believers must always be aware of this, and apply discernment in all that people say. We know it’s not our objective to gain glory for ourselves, glory belongs to God. However, it is our duty to have the right perspective on how we interpret praise and flattery. When praise comes our way it is a test. It reveals what’s in our heart. How we take it in shows God where our true focus really lies. Praise was never meant to puff us up, especially human praise. True praise from God helps build our character, and it’s always received with humility. Discernment is necessary in our lives. And it’s put to the test every time we receive praise from others. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but a person is tested by being praised. Proverbs 27:21