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]]> I am not seeking glory for myself; but there is one who seeks it, and he is the judge.

Jesus was not seeking the glory (“doxa” which means a high opinion or brilliant splendor) of anyone but God. He saw ahead to the suffering He was to undergo and, being full aware of the glory He deserved, He chose to bear the pain and misery, knowing that God would give Him the honor He was due for all eternity. Are we so confident of God’s recognition of us and our achievements that we do not seek the glory of men on this earth?

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