--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Do not use God’s glory or the Lord’s work…" description: "\"“Do not use God’s glory or the Lord’s work to draw attention to yourself (Matthew 6:1-2).”\" — Michelle Walker-Wade" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/939/michelle-walker-wade-40871_focus_do-not-use-god-s-glory-or-the-lord-s-wor_1745695.jpg" --- # Do not use God’s glory or the Lord’s work to draw… ![“Do not use God’s glory or the Lord’s work to draw attention to yourself (Matthew 6:1-2).” quote by Michelle Walker-Wade](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/939/michelle-walker-wade-40871_focus_do-not-use-god-s-glory-or-the-lord-s-wor_1745695.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/939/michelle-walker-wade-40871_focus_do-not-use-god-s-glory-or-the-lord-s-wor_1745695.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/939/michelle-walker-wade-40871_focus_do-not-use-god-s-glory-or-the-lord-s-wor_1745695.jpg) > ““Do not use God’s glory or the Lord’s work to draw attention to yourself (Matthew 6:1-2).”” [Michelle Walker-Wade](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/michelle-walker-wade/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Avoid using religious prestige for self‑promotion; humility is required when sharing spiritual matters. **In simple terms:** Don’t use God’s name for ego. Key Takeaway Practice modesty in faith. Themes humility religion ethics self‑promotion Mood serious thoughtful Type ethical spiritual When to use this quote - religious leadership - social media Key Concepts spiritual integrity public speaking Questions to Reflect On - How do you stay humble in faith? - When have you seen vanity in religion? A Different Perspective May be misinterpreted as criticism. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Focus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/focus/) ## Related quotes > [“Psalm 24 doesn’t ask us any questions to which it doesn’t give us the answers: “Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? 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