Grace Covenant Church - Chantilly Look At Me!
Oct 1, 2025
The conversation dives into the essence of faith and the dangers of seeking human approval. It explores childhood motivations and their influence on adult actions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of intention in spiritual practices and the significance of authenticity. Listeners are reminded that God sees beyond our outward actions, focusing on the heart. The call to pursue eternal rewards over fleeting praise challenges the congregation to embrace genuine faith and compassion, urging a collective commitment to living for God's glory.
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Childlike Desire For Attention
- AJ describes his kids constantly saying "Dad, look at me" and how he cherishes it as their way of seeking connection.
- He uses this family image to show how natural the desire for approval is and how it can be misdirected as we grow.
Motivation Trumps Mere Actions
- AJ explains the Sermon on the Mount targets motivations not just actions, exposing when we seek human approval over God's pleasure.
- He warns this shift makes believers hypocrites who perform righteousness for people rather than for the Father.
God Sees Through The Mask
- AJ stresses God sees through any mask and inspects the heart even when people cannot see our private behavior.
- He asserts performative faith gains human praise but forfeits the Father's reward.
