The People-Pleasing Disease – Part 2
Summary
Joyce Meyer discusses the importance of pure motives, warning that seeking human approval forfeits God’s reward. She shares anecdotes about the "rhinestone Jesus pin" and the value of keeping one’s word, illustrating the need for integrity. The episode also features a conversation with her husband, Dave, about the best financial advice: avoiding debt by saving and paying cash for major purchases like their ministry building.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and Women's Conference Invitation
Encouraging others to follow God, not people
Matthew 6: The danger of doing good deeds for praise
Giving to the poor and the 'left hand' principle
Praying in secret vs. boasting about prayer life
Avoiding empty phrases in prayer
1 Corinthians 3: Building on the foundation with right motives
The temporary nature of seen things vs. eternal rewards
Proverbs 16: Examining your own motives
Story: Keeping your word and integrity in invitations
Worst advice: Discouragement when called to ministry
Best advice: Dave's wisdom on avoiding debt
Promotion for the book 'Closer to God'
Promotion for the memoir 'My Battlefield' and closing
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