Notes on Glory and Rewards

In Mathew 6:1 - 2 we are warned that when we do good things in such a way as to draw the praise and admiration of men then the only reward that we may expect is that praise and admiration. The effect of doing the act is forfeit in the eyes of God.

References in Scripture

Mathew 6:1 - 2

6:1 Take heed that ye do not your righteousness before men, to be seen of them: else ye have no reward with your Father who is in heaven.

6:2 When therefore thou doest alms, sound not a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have received their reward.

To Understand my faith better I have decided to construct these pages. They are strictly educational, non-commercial and to foster scholarly discussion. All Bible quotes are from the American Standard Version unless otherwise stated. I use the ASV because while not a perfect translation it is literal and out of Copyright. All mistakes are my own and if you differ from my thoughts I welcome your comments. J. Barry O'Connell Jr.