The Four Paradoxes

Matthew 5, 16: Let your light so shine that others may see your good works and give glory to your Father who's in heaven. Galatians 1-10: Am I now seeking the approval of man or of God? Or am I trying to please man? Proverbs 22-1: A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches; favor is better than silver or gold. Romans 2-29,. a true Jew is one inwardly. And circumcision is a matter of the heart by the Spirit, not the letter. His praise is not from people, but from God. Well, should we be glad when we're praised by man? Or should we consider that