Approval of others Quote by Mark Driscoll
““Performance is done for the sight and approval of others. Service is done knowing that God is watching and approving whether or not anyone else is. Performance causes us to be enslaved to others’ opinions, unable to say no, and prone to being overworked. Service frees us to do what God wants, thereby saying no as needed. Performance presses us toward perfectionism, where we seek to do everything just right so others will praise us. Service allows us to do our best, knowing that God’s appreciation of us is secure regardless of our performance. Performance causes us to focus on the “big” things and only do what is highly visible or significant. Service allows us to do simple, humble, and menial tasks—the “little things”—knowing that the peasant Jewish carpenter we worship equally appreciates them both.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Unknown, 2010s
Performance seeks external validation, leading to perfectionism and overwork; service seeks divine approval, allowing humility and freedom.
In simple terms: Performance seeks others' praise; service seeks God's approval.
Key Takeaway
Choose service over performance for inner peace.
Themes
humility
faith
motivation
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal growth
- daily chores
- volunteering
Key Concepts
validation
perfectionism
service
performance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeking God's approval change your daily tasks?
- What small acts can you offer as service?
A Different Perspective
Service may be undervalued in cultures that prize visibility.
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